Description
A low-carb twist on traditional tempura batter, perfect for frying vegetables and proteins with a crispy, flavorful coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Pinch of salt
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder and paprika
- Oil for frying (avocado oil recommended)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour and coconut flour.
- Add salt, pepper, and any additional spices you prefer.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until fluffy.
- Gradually mix the eggs into the flour mixture.
- Slowly pour in sparkling water, stirring until smooth.
- Heat oil in a skillet until shimmering.
- Dip vegetables or proteins in the batter and fry in hot oil, avoiding overcrowding.
- Cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
Notes
For a lighter coating, make sure to pat dry the vegetables before dipping. Experiment with various vegetables and proteins for diverse flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Keto, tempura, low-carb, gluten-free, frying, crispy, vegetables