Tempura is one of the best-known Japanese dishes. But for most of us, it’s a restaurant dish, not a homemade treat. You might be surprised to learn how easy it is to make authentic Japanese shrimp ...

Thanks to our global food community, we have more opportunities than ever to sample cuisines from the farthest corners of the world. Even in America’s smallest towns, food lovers are exploring ...

MANILA, Philippines — Love Japanese seafood in a rice bowl? How about going an extra mile and marrying the crispiness and texture of a real, honest-to-goodness Japanese tempura and the soothing mild ...

For those who aren't fond of okra's gooey quality, there are two surefire ways to keep it in check: high-heat cooking and a dose of acid. Executive Editor Karen Shimizu's recipe for okra tempura with ...

MAKE THE APRICOT PUREE In a small saucepan, heat the sake until warm. Add the apricots and let stand at room temperature until softened, about 30 minutes. In a mini food processor, puree the apricots, ...

Wondering how to make tempura? From classic recipes with shrimp and seasonal vegetables, to abalone indulgence, this tempura tour serves crunchy, delicious bites for every craving. Asparagus and all ...

A lime and lemon dipping sauce is a vibrant pairing to these crispy fried prawns. The key to tempura batter is to prepare it at the last minute and use cold water. It’s also possible to add vegetables ...

Note: You can serve the shishito peppers with salt or with a tempura dipping sauce. This recipe is also good with sugar snap peas. This recipe requires a 4- to 5-quart pot, preferably cast iron, or a ...

No one knows for sure the origins of the Japanese word “tempura,” but one theory is my favorite. Put them all together and you end up with something like “woman clad in silk gauze, giving a glimpse of ...

The best lettuce wraps cradle something hot and fatty. Case in point: tempura. Of course, you can make your own tempura, but my move is to pick up a box from a Japanese supermarket or sushi joint (or ...