Mastering the Crispy Air Fryer Tempura Vegetables at Home
Enjoy the signature crunch of Japanese-style tempura with a fraction of the oil. These Air Fryer Tempura Veggies feature a diverse medley of textures enveloped in a seasoned panko crust.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup whole green beans
1/2 cup whole asparagus spears
1/2 cup red onion rings
1/2 cup sweet pepper rings
1/2 cup avocado wedges
1/2 cup zucchini slices
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In three shallow dishes, set up a station: 1. Flour with 1/4 tsp salt and pepper; 2. Whisked eggs and water; 3. Panko mixed with oil.
3. Season vegetables with remaining 1/4 tsp salt.
4. Dip each vegetable in flour, then egg wash, then panko to coat.
5. Place half of the vegetables in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
6. Cook until golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes.
7. Transfer to the oven to keep warm while repeating with the remaining batch.
8. Sprinkle with extra salt and serve hot.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the basket to ensure a crispy texture.
Use a wire rack in the oven to prevent the bottom of the tempura from getting soggy.
Pairs perfectly with spicy mayo or traditional tentsuyu sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 247
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 425mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 93mg
Find it online: https://www.flavourrecipe.com/air-fryer-tempura-vegetables/