National Tempura Day 2025: What Is Tempura Made Of? From Origins to Ingredients, Your Ultimate Guide to the Japanese Dish (Watch Recipe Videos)

By admin On Jan 7, 2025

Celebrated on January 7, National Tempura Day honours one of Japan’s most beloved dishes: tempura. Known for its light, crispy batter and flavourful fillings, tempura is a testament to culinary simplicity and artistry. Whether enjoyed as an appetiser, a main dish, or a snack, it’s a global favourite that continues to delight food lovers. On National Tempura Day 2025, we bring you origins, ingredients and other details along with a few recipe videos to know more about the Japanese dish. January 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Check Dates of Important Events in the First Month of the Year.

What Is Tempura Made Of?

While Japan is synonymous with tempura, its origins trace back to 16th-century Portuguese missionaries. The Japanese adopted and refined the frying technique, creating a dish that perfectly blends texture and flavour. Today, tempura is a hallmark of Japanese cuisine, celebrated worldwide for its delicate preparation and versatility. From Prawn Tempura to Classic Shrimp Tempura; Recipes You Can Try Out With Tempura Batter.

Two of the most popular variations are shrimp tempura and vegetable tempura. Shrimp tempura features large, fresh shrimp fried in a light batter, often served with dipping sauce or over rice.

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Vegetable tempura uses ingredients like sweet potato, zucchini, and mushrooms, highlighting the natural flavours of seasonal produce while maintaining a crispy, golden coating.

Watch Recipe Video of Vegetable Tempura:

The key to exceptional tempura lies in the choice of ingredients. Use light oils like canola or sesame oil for frying, as they have a mild flavour and high smoke point. For the batter, opt for low-protein flours like cake flour or a mix of all-purpose flour and corn starch to achieve a light, airy texture. Serve it fresh with dipping sauces like tentsuyu for the best experience.

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