Authentic home cooking from Japan, with US measurements.

Originally published on Cookpad Japan as 今だけ！ふきのとう天麩羅☆

Limited Time Only! Fuki no Tou Tempura

Name: Limited Time Only! Fuki no Tou Tempura
Yield: Serves about 4 servings
Ingredients: About 7 small Fuki no Tou (butterbur buds); All-purpose flour (for dusting); Tempura batter mix; Water; Vegetable oil; Salt, to taste

クックI7I5L1☆ @cook_40127915

This is truly in season right now! The slightly bitter taste is something you crave at least once a year, a true taste of home! Let's enjoy seasonal foods! Nowadays, ingredients are available year-round regardless of their season. Fuki no Tou is the first taste of spring. I hope you enjoy the flavor of Fuki no Tou, which has stored up lots of nutrients and is now sprouting.

クックI7I5L1☆ @cook_40127915

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Ingredients

Serves about 4 servings

About 7 small Fuki no Tou (butterbur buds)
All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Tempura batter mix
Water
Vegetable oil
Salt, to taste

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Steps

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Remove the leaves from the Fuki no Tou one by one and wash away any dirt or debris. Lightly dust with all-purpose flour. Prepare the tempura batter.
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In a bowl, add water and tempura batter mix, and lightly mix. It should be smooth enough to fall off a spoon easily. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot.
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Once the oil reaches about 340°F (170°C), dip the Fuki no Tou in the batter and fry. I fry them one by one, even if it's a bit tedious. They cook quickly because they are thin.
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To preserve the color of the Fuki no Tou, fry them until they are crispy and golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined tray. Sprinkle with salt while hot.
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Serve on a plate and enjoy! It's best eaten hot, but it's still delicious when cooled!
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Thank you for making it into the top 10 popular searches on January 17, 2018! Thank you for viewing!
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To makichihua on February 15, 2018: They look deliciously crispy! It's not quite the season here yet. Sorry for the incomplete thanks.
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Thank you for making Fuki no Tou the number one popular search on January 21, 2018! Thanks to everyone who made and viewed the recipe!
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Thanks to everyone who made the recipe, it became a hot topic on March 28, 2018! Thank you so much!
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I replaced the photo on April 5, 2018. I look forward to your continued support!
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Aichan❇️ First of the year~☆ Thank you for showing me your favorite Fuki Tempura so early! Your frying technique is amazing, and I can't wait to try it myself✤ Show me again sometime!
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Sakura Rosette❇️ I admired your lovely kitchen☆ Thank you for bringing an early taste of spring♬ Thank you so much♥
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Wow, thank you Aichan❇️ It was a mild winter, so they grew quickly☆ I'll hold back with your wonderful and delicious report (✿^‿^) Thank you so much♥
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Gameko-san❇️ Nice to meet you♥ The crispy texture of the Fuki no Tou looks so delicious✿ I'm thrilled to be featured in your wonderful menu♬ Thank you♥
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Yesmama-san❇️ Thank you so much♥ Your daughter's homecoming filled your menu with joy♬ It made me happy too♥

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Published in the US on April 22, 2025 08:55

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