Crispy Shrimp Tempura

Ingredients

• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 large egg whites , lightly beaten
• 1 pound medium shrimp , peeled and deveined, tails left on

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. 3

   Whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt together in a large bowl; make a well in the center.

4. 4

   Pour water and egg yolk into the well and mix just until moistened; batter will be lumpy. Stir in egg whites.

5. 5

   Dip one shrimp at a time into batter to coat; do not batter tails.

6. 6

   When three shrimp have been battered, carefully place them into the deep fryer and fry until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp, battering a few at a time while the previous batch is cooking.