Description
Crispy light Japanese chicken tempura is a delightful culinary experience that brings the flavors of Japan right to your kitchen. With tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a feather-light batter that crisps to perfection, this dish is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering or cozy dinner at home. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce, each bite offers an explosion of flavor and texture that will leave your guests raving!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup tonkatsu sauce
- grated daikon radish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add cold sparkling water and beaten eggs until the batter is smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F).
- Dip each piece of chicken into the batter, letting excess drip off before frying.
- Fry batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with tonkatsu sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg