This recipe is translated from Cookpad Japan. See original: Japanふきのとうの下処理方法&天ぷら

How to Prepare Butterbur Sprouts & Tempura

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【Featured Recipe】This is a method for preparing butterbur sprouts, a representative spring mountain vegetable, and making tempura.

The Origin of This Recipe
Butterbur sprouts are popular as a mountain vegetable that signals the arrival of spring. They are also one of Japan's oldest vegetables. Their slightly bitter taste is delicious and they look great, so please enjoy bringing a touch of history to your table this spring.

How to Prepare Butterbur Sprouts & Tempura

【Featured Recipe】This is a method for preparing butterbur sprouts, a representative spring mountain vegetable, and making tempura.

The Origin of This Recipe
Butterbur sprouts are popular as a mountain vegetable that signals the arrival of spring. They are also one of Japan's oldest vegetables. Their slightly bitter taste is delicious and they look great, so please enjoy bringing a touch of history to your table this spring.

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Ingredients

  1. 1 packbutterbur sprouts
  2. as neededTempura batter mix,
  3. as neededWater,
  4. 1 pinchSalt,

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel one layer of the outer skin from the butterbur sprouts, cut off the browned part at the base, soak in water, wash thoroughly, and drain well.

  2. 2

    Spread the leaves open so the buds inside are visible, then lightly press down from above with a knife to flatten.

  3. 3

    Mix the tempura batter according to the package instructions, coat the entire butterbur sprout, and fry in oil at 355°F (180°C) with the buds facing down for about 1.5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Turn them over and fry until crispy, then drain the oil well to finish!

  5. 5

    With salt, you can enjoy the unique bitterness. If you don't like bitterness, try eating them with miso for a milder taste. Both are delicious, so choose your favorite!

  6. 6

    Pairs well with butterbur sprouts♪→ 'Can't Stop Eating!! Easy Green Onion Miso' Recipe ID: 20137594

  7. 7

    Also recommended!→ 'Great for Using Up Lots of Shiso & Make-Ahead! Shiso Miso' Recipe ID: 20360326

  8. 8

    On March 24, 2020, this 'Butterbur Sprout Tempura' recipe made it into the top 10 of popular searches!

  9. 9

    On May 1, 2020, this 'Butterbur Sprout Tempura' recipe became number 1 in popular searches!

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    On February 25, 2021, it was featured as a trending recipe! Thank you for all the feedback ♡

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