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Mozuku Tempura: A Recipe from an Okinawan Mentor
A popular way to enjoy mozuku in Okinawa! The thick mozuku from Okinawa is perfect for tempura. Over 600 people have tried this recipe—thank you so much!
The origin of this recipe
I first tasted this at an Okinawan restaurant and was amazed! An Okinawan mentor taught me how to make it.
If you can't find the specific seasonings (like soki soba soup base or pork-based bonito broth), you can substitute with powdered bonito broth. My mentor tasted it and gave it a passing grade.
Mozuku Tempura: A Recipe from an Okinawan Mentor
A popular way to enjoy mozuku in Okinawa! The thick mozuku from Okinawa is perfect for tempura. Over 600 people have tried this recipe—thank you so much!
The origin of this recipe
I first tasted this at an Okinawan restaurant and was amazed! An Okinawan mentor taught me how to make it.
If you can't find the specific seasonings (like soki soba soup base or pork-based bonito broth), you can substitute with powdered bonito broth. My mentor tasted it and gave it a passing grade.
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Buy fresh or salted mozuku. You can now find it at fish markets. If it's salted, be sure to desalinate it. Instructions are on the package!
- 2
Prepare the ingredients.
Cut the shiso into thick strips and finely chop the onion. For kids, you might substitute shiso with corn or carrots.
- 3
Cut the mozuku into about 1-inch pieces. Kitchen scissors are more convenient than a knife!
I usually just snip it randomly.
- 4
Make sure to drain the mozuku well.
Add all the ● ingredients to the cut mozuku and mix well.
- 5
★ The way you add the flour is key! ★
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mozuku. Add 2-3 tablespoons at a time and mix, repeating this process.
- 6
Heat oil to 340-355°F and fry until golden brown. I like bite-sized pieces, but you can choose the size you prefer!
- 7
The aroma of shiso is wonderful... The bonito broth gives it a strong flavor, so you can eat it as is.
- 8
※ This time, I used powdered bonito broth as a substitute. According to my mentor, the original uses pork and bonito broth! There are concentrated seasonings available.
- 9
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