Description
Crispy and light tempura-fried halibut, perfectly seasoned and served with a variety of dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh halibut fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional vegetables (sweet potatoes, zucchini, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Prepare the Halibut by cutting fillets into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch in a mixing bowl, then gradually whisk in ice-cold water until just mixed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each piece of halibut into the tempura batter and fry in hot oil for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain the fried pieces on paper towels and season with salt before serving.
Notes
Serve immediately with dipping sauces like ponzu or soy sauce for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: halibut, tempura, seafood, Japanese cuisine, crispy fried fish