Tempura
Tempura
Light, crispy tempura is one of Japan's most iconic dishes and one that really rewards having the right equipment. From deep frying pots and thermometers to draining racks and dipping bowls, this collection covers the essentials. The batter should be mixed minimally, kept cold, and cooked in oil that is maintained at a precise temperature throughout the frying process. The result, when done correctly, is a coating so thin and airy that it barely obscures the ingredient beneath it, with a texture that shatters cleanly with each bite rather than becoming soft or greasy.
The equipment required for proper tempura making is more specific than for most other fried dishes. A dedicated tempura pot, typically a deep, narrow-waisted stainless or copper vessel, helps maintain oil temperature more effectively than a wide shallow pan by concentrating the heat and reducing the surface area. A draining rack fitted over a vat is essential for resting fried pieces without the underside becoming soggy. A frying thermometer takes the guesswork out of temperature management, which is the single most common source of failure in tempura made at home.
The collection here covers all of these tools: tempura pots and deep fryers, oil thermometers, draining racks and vats, bamboo skewers for holding ingredients during frying, and the small sauce bowls used for serving the tsuyu dipping broth alongside. It also includes the ingredients side, tempura batter mix, potato starch and the tsuyu soup stock that the dipping sauce is based on.
With the right tools and a little practice, tempura at home reaches a quality that rivals restaurant preparation. The process is satisfying, the results are spectacular, and the technique, once learned, transfers easily to other frying applications like karaage and tonkatsu.
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Japanese tempura: technique, batter and the best frying setup, how to achieve that perfect shattering crust at home.
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Cooking Chopsticks Mij, premium Japanese extra-long cooking chopsticks (saibashi) with a natural lacquered finish and a secure non-slip tip for precise, safe hob use. Country of Origin MADE IN JAPAN Package Includes 2 Pairs (1 Blue / 1 Red Accent)...
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The Yakumi Seasoning Container is a Japanese multi-compartment condiment dish for holding yakumi accompaniments - ginger, wasabi, negi, and other seasonings - neatly at the table for ramen, soba, and Japanese noodle dishes. Product Type Professional Stainless Steel Seasoning Container...
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Cooking Silicone Chopsticks (3 in 1) are Japanese heat-resistant silicone cooking chopsticks with three functional modes - standard cooking, whisk tip, and spatula tip - for maximum kitchen versatility in one tool. Country of Origin MADE IN JAPAN Package Includes...
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Yuzen Plates | Set of 2 A pair of Japanese ceramic plates in the Yuzen tradition, suited for tempura, sashimi and everyday Japanese dining. Includes 2 plates, 900g total Dimensions 21.7 × H5.3 cm (×8.5 × H2") Material Porcelain, white...
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The Iwachu Saucepan, Japanese cast iron saucepan with enamel interior for making soups, sauces, and simmered dishes with exceptional heat retention and even distribution. Includes 1 cast iron saucepan (handle removable) Dimensions Inner diameter: Ø160 x D75 mm, Outer size:...
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The Tonkatsu & Tenpura Net, Japanese stainless steel draining rack that rests inside a frying pot to hold fried pieces above the oil level, keeping them crisp between batches. Culinary Typology Traditional Tonkatsu / Tempura Half-Moon Wire Rack (半月網: Hangetsu...
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The Stainless Tempura Vat, deep stainless steel frying pot with a built-in draining rack, designed specifically for frying Japanese tempura and other deep-fried dishes cleanly and safely. Culinary Typology Tempura Batton (天ぷらバット: Authentic Japanese Fried Food Draining Tray & Wire...
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The Nodahoro Enamel Tray, versatile flat tray from Japan's beloved Noda Horo brand. Pure white enamel surface is odour-resistant and perfect for food prep, serving, or fridge storage. Sizes available N10 (36.4×26.8cm/3L), N12 (32.8×24.8cm/2.5L), N15 (29.6×23.5cm/1.75L), N18 (26.6×21.2cm/1.25L), N21 (24.2×19.6cm/0.95L)...
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The Soba Serving Plate, long, rectangular Japanese plate for presenting zaru soba cold noodles. Traditional in Japanese soba restaurants for elegant noodle presentation. Traditional Utensil Style Zaru Soba Noodle Serving Plate (Round) Primary Culinary Application Plating chilled buckwheat noodles (soba),...
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Asabashi Plates are Japanese ceramic plates with the classic Asabashi morning chopstick pattern, a subtle geometric design in blue and white that references the clean, orderly aesthetic of traditional Japanese tableware. Artisan Pottery Style Authentic Mino Ware (Mino-yaki / 美濃焼)...
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Manta Plates, Japanese ceramic plates featuring a graceful manta ray motif in deep ocean blue. Part of an ocean-inspired tableware series that brings the drama of the deep sea to the dinner table. Product Architecture Modern Japanese Blue & White...
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Half Moon Trays Set, a pair of Japanese serving trays in a classic half-moon shape for presenting sushi, sashimi, and small dishes in authentic Japanese style. Includes 5 matching trays Dimensions 30 x 26.2 x 1.5cm each Material ABS resin,...