Amai Chili Ebi Tempura (sweet Chili Shrimp Tempura)

Amai Chili Ebi Tempura, or Sweet Chili Shrimp Tempura, is a delicious and crispy Japanese Chinese dish that combines succulent shrimp with a sweet and spicy chili sauce. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or as part of a larger meal.

Non Vegetarian Appetizer Japanese Chinese Shrimp Tempura Japanese Chinese Spicy
Amai Chili Ebi Tempura (sweet Chili Shrimp Tempura)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup ice water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and green onions. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch, eggs, and ice water. Mix until smooth.
  3. Dip the shrimp into the all-purpose flour, then into the batter mixture.
  4. Heat the oil in a deep pan or pot to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Toss the fried shrimp in the sweet chili sauce mixture until coated.
  7. Serve the Amai Chili Ebi Tempura immediately and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Bowl Deep pan or pot Paper towels

Tools

Whisk Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Amai Chili Ebi Tempura with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the shrimp to ensure a crispy tempura coating.

Cost

$15