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Vegetarian mains
Mixed tempura veg
Ingredients
- 1kg mixed veg, e.g. carrots, courgettes, aubergine, peppers (cut into sticks), broccoli or cauliflower (cut into small florets or the stalks cut into thin sticks)
- 400g plain flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 600ml chilled bottled sparkling water
- oil for deep frying
- paprika or cayenne pepper for sprinkling (optional)
Method
Prep time:
15 min
PT15M
Cooking time:
10 min
PT10M
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Step 1
Pat all the veg you are using with kitchen paper to remove any excess moisture (the batter sticks better if they are dry). -
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk the flour and the water together with the salt. -
Step 3
Heat the oil in a deep fat fryer or wok (if you're comfortable using it for deep frying), until it reaches 180°C. Working in small batches, toss the veg in in the batter and separate each one before immediately putting it in the fryer. -
Step 4
Cook for 2 minutes, turn the veg carefully using heatproof tongs and cook for another minute or so, until the batter is lightly browned. Use a slotted spoon to remove each piece, then drain on kitchen paper and sprinkle with paprika or cayenne pepper to serve.