Nagoya-style Ankake Tempura: Thick Sauce Tempura (Nagoya no Ankake Tempura: Atsugiri Sauce Tempura)

Nagoya no Ankake Tempura, also known as Nagoya-style Ankake Tempura, is a popular dish in the Nagoya region of Japan. This dish features crispy tempura coated in a thick and savory sauce, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Vegetarian Main Course Nagoya Japanese Cuisine Tempura Ankake
Nagoya-style Ankake Tempura: Thick Sauce Tempura (Nagoya no Ankake Tempura: Atsugiri Sauce Tempura)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup ice water
  • Assorted vegetables and seafood for tempura (e.g., shrimp, sweet potato, bell pepper, eggplant)
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup dashi stock
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon potato starch or cornstarch
  • Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, egg, and ice water to make the tempura batter.
  2. Heat the oil in a deep pan or pot for frying.
  3. Dip the assorted vegetables and seafood into the tempura batter and carefully place them into the hot oil. Fry until golden and crispy.
  4. In a separate saucepan, combine the dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the potato starch or cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove the fried tempura from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
  7. Pour the thickened sauce over the tempura and garnish with thinly sliced green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Deep pan or pot for frying Large bowl Saucepan Small bowl

Tools

Whisk Slotted spoon Sharp knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nagoya no Ankake Tempura with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispy tempura, ensure that the oil is hot enough before frying and avoid overcrowding the frying pan.

Cost

$15