Yuzu Dashi Tempura
Crispy seafood tempura drizzled with a zesty yuzu dashi, offering a delicate balance of umami and citrus brightness. This japanese-inspired quick meals ready in about 45 minutes pairs shrimp, tempura flour, ice water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 300g shrimp
- 200g (zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant) vegetables
- 200g tempura flour
- 100ml ice water
- 1 tbsp yuzu zest
- 10g kombu
- 5g katsuobushi
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 200g tempura flour with 100ml ice water until smooth. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: In a small pot, simmer 10g kombu and 5g katsuobushi in 500ml water for 10 minutes. Strain to make dashi.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a deep fryer or skillet. Dip shrimp and vegetables in the tempura batter, then fry in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Step 4: In a bowl, whisk 1 tbsp soy sauce with 1 tbsp yuzu zest and 1 tbsp dashi. Serve tempura with the sauce drizzled over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Yuzu Dashi Tempura take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Yuzu Dashi Tempura?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Yuzu Dashi Tempura?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Yuzu Dashi Tempura for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Yuzu Dashi Tempura?
Japanese quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order japanese delivery again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
