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chicken tempura rolls

Crispy Chicken Tempura Rolls: A Fun, Flavorful Twist

Try these chicken tempura rolls for a fun, flavorful twist on finger food, combining crispy tempura batter, juicy chicken, and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tempura Rolls
  • 1 pound chicken breast sliced into thin strips
  • 1 cup flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch or replace with Maisstärke
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 large egg or use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup sparkling water cold, for batter
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • vegetable oil for frying high smoke point like canola or peanut oil
  • 4 sheets nori or thin rice paper sheets
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 1 medium cucumber cut into sticks

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan
  • Bamboo sushi mat
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp chef's knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Prepare Chicken - Slice the chicken breast into thin strips, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Make Tempura Batter - Mix flour, cornstarch, and baking powder, then add egg and sparkling water slowly, mixing to a smooth batter.
  3. Step 3: Coat Chicken - Dip chicken strips into batter until fully coated, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Step 4: Fry Chicken - Heat oil to 180°C and fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Assemble Rolls - Lay a nori sheet on a mat, add avocado, cucumber, and crispy chicken, then roll tightly.
  6. Step 6: Slice Rolls - Using a sharp knife dipped in water, cut rolls into 1 to 1.5-inch pieces.
  7. Step 7: Serve - Arrange on a dish and serve with dipping sauces like soy or sweet-and-sour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture. For storage, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven for best results.

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