EXTRA-CRISP VEGETABLE TEMPURA

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Club soda gives the batter a lighter texture so this tempura fries up extra crisply.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/2 cups cold club soda
1 1/4 cups rice flour (or 2 1/4 cups cornstarch)
Safflower oil for frying
Vegetables such as asparagus, bell pepper, and eggplant

Steps:

  • Whisk together egg yolk, salt, and club soda. Gently fold in rice flour or cornstarch.
  • Heat 1 inch oil to 375 degrees in a high-sided skillet Dip vegetables in batter and fry in batches until tender and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.

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