Foods that can be done Tempura style:

Prawns (raw) : Remove legs and shell, being careful to retain the tail. Slice down the middle without cutting all the way through. Remove sand vein and rinse. Score diagonally in both directions on the outside to prevent curling. Dredge in flour.

Fish Fillet: Slice 1/2 inch thick.

Asparagus: Small fresh spears.

Snow peas: Fresh; remove ends and string.

Zucchini: Slice 1/4 inch thick.

String Beans: Blanch whole fresh beans.

Green Pepper: Slice in 1/4 inch thick rings

Sweet Potato: Peel. Slice 1/4 inch thick.

Carrot: Grate and make patties

Onion: Slice 1/4 inch thick (circle, semi-circles or rings)

Eggplant: Lengthwise, cut in half or quarters. Slice 3/8 inch thick.

Mushrooms: Fresh; cut in half.

Have ingredients prepared ahead of time and laid out on a tray. Prepare batter just before using.

Sift in:

Mix well. The batter should be somewhat thin and watery and run easily off the spoon. If too thick, thin it with drops of ice water. Try to keep the batter cold. Heat oil to 375 degrees. Dip food into batter and twirl (only one piece at a time). Fry only 6 to 8 pieces of food at one time. Cook until just barely golden. Drain on paper towel. Serve portions immediately or keep warm in 250 degree oven.