Mediterranean Diet Classic Tempura
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table with this irresistible recipe for Mediterranean Diet Classic Tempura. Featuring a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper, eggplant, and carrots, alongside tender shrimp, this dish reimagines traditional Japanese tempura using heart-healthy olive oil and a light, bubbly batter made with chilled sparkling water. Perfectly golden and crispy, these bite-sized delights are quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and serve beautifully with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Ideal as a shareable appetizer or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this Mediterranean-inspired tempura offers a balanced fusion of crispy textures and wholesome goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Zucchini
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 small Eggplant
- 2 small Carrots
- 12 medium Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 250 ml Sparkling water, chilled
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 500 ml Olive oil
- 1 whole Lemon wedges
Instructions
Begin by preparing your vegetables. Slice the zucchini and eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Cut the red bell pepper into strips and peel the carrots, cutting them into thin sticks.
Heat the olive oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (356°F).
In a medium bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg yolk.
Pour in the chilled sparkling water slowly while whisking lightly just until incorporated. The batter should be slightly lumpy and very cold.
Dip the vegetables and shrimp into the tempura batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
Carefully place the battered pieces into the hot oil. Fry a few pieces at a time to avoid overcrowding, for about 2-3 minutes each side or until golden and crisp.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried tempura to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the tempura.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 483.5 g | 620% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.1 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 45.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 536 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 5040 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.7 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.8 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2544 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
