Description
Learn how to make delicious tempura crab sticks with a spicy wasabi mayo dip. This crispy and flavorful seafood recipe is sure to impress your dinner guests!
Ingredients
- Beef sticks, 12 pieces
- All-purpose flour, 1 cup (240 ml) (120 grams)
- Cornstarch, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (60 grams)
- Baking powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams)
- Salt, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (3 grams)
- Cold sparkling water, 1 cup (240 ml) (240 milliliters)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 grams)
- Wasabi paste, 2 teaspoons (10 ml) (10 grams)
- Lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 milliliters)
- Soy sauce, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 milliliters)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each crab stick into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Carefully place the coated crab sticks into the hot oil.
- Fry the crab sticks until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the crab sticks from oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, wasabi paste, lemon juice, and soy sauce.
- Serve the tempura crab sticks with the wasabi mayo on the side.
Notes
- Ensure the crab sticks are fully thawed before using for best texture.
- For a lighter batter, use chilled sparkling water and avoid overmixing.
- Fry the crab sticks in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
