Description
Crispy shrimp tempura burger elevates classic sandwich expectations with Japanese-inspired flair. Zesty wasabi sauce and golden-fried shrimp create a mouthwatering fusion that delights seafood enthusiasts looking for bold, unforgettable flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Breading and Batter:
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
Burger Components:
- 2 sesame seed burger buns
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 slices tomato
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon wasabi paste
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Oil:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Create a light, airy tempura batter by whisking tempura mix with chilled sparkling water until smooth and free of lumps.
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F, ensuring proper temperature for crispy frying.
- Carefully dredge each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then gently lower into hot oil.
- Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes, rotating occasionally, until they achieve a golden, crisp exterior and reach a light amber color.
- Transfer fried shrimp to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Prepare wasabi mayo by blending mayonnaise with wasabi paste, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper for balanced heat.
- Lightly toast sesame seed buns in a dry skillet or oven until edges turn golden and surfaces become slightly crisp.
- Construct the burger by spreading wasabi mayo on the bottom bun, layering crisp lettuce and fresh tomato slices.
- Arrange hot, crunchy tempura shrimp atop the vegetables, ensuring even coverage.
- Crown the burger with the top bun and serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and textures are at their peak.
Notes
- For an extra crispy coating, ensure the tempura batter is ice-cold and mix it minimally to prevent gluten development.
- Replace regular flour with gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version of the burger.
- Control oil temperature between 350-375°F to achieve perfect golden-brown shrimp without absorbing excess oil.
- Customize wasabi mayo intensity by gradually adding wasabi paste and tasting, allowing personal heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg