Shrimp Tempura

Directions

1. 1
   To make tempura, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and curry powder in a bowl.
2. 2
   Dredge the shrimp in this dry mix, shaking any excess back into the bowl, and add seltzer to the tempura in a stream while whisking constantly to make it into batter.
3. 3
   Season with salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Heat canola oil to 375 degrees F in a deep-fryer, or according to the manufacturer's instructions for similar foods.
5. 5
   Thread the dusted shrimp onto skewers, approximately 4 to a skewer.
6. 6
   Pour the tempura batter into a glass pie plate, dip each skewer of shrimp into the tempura batter, and add to the deep- fryer basket.
7. 7
   Fry until golden brown.
8. 8
   Drain on paper toweling and serve warm.
9. 9
   Note: In the episode this dish was used as part of the bento box of 5 cooked tasting size entrees in conjunction with Miso Glazed Pink Cod; Chicken Yakitori with Scallions; Shrimp Tempura; Gyoza; and Korokee.