This delicious Vegetable Tempura recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia is perfect for picky toddlers who need to get their veggie-fix. It combines healthy vegetables with light and crispy tempura batter, making this a satisfying and nutritious meal for any child. Nibblers and fussy eaters alike will love this crunchy veggie snack; try it for your next lunch or dinner today!

General Information

Servings: 4 Keywords: Vegetable Tempura, Healthy, Savory Calories: 94 kcal/serving Protein: 1.5 g/serving Carbohydrates: 4.9 g/serving Fats: 3.7 g/serving Preparation time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 450 g of mixed fresh vegetables (such as zucchini, broccoli, onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc.)
• 125 mL of cold water
• 125 mL of unflavored soy milk
• 125 g of all-purpose flour
• 50 g of cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. Wash and prepare the vegetables you’ve chosen. Cut into thin slices, 1/4- to 1/2- inch in size.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder.
3. Slowly add the cold water and soy milk until the mixture is smooth and has a pancake-like batter consistency.
4. Dip each piece of vegetable into the batter, making sure to coat the entire surface.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (you can test this by dropping a piece of batter into the oil, it should sizzle and pop), add the pieces of vegetable, one by one.
6. Fry the pieces of vegetable on each side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
7. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, to remove any excess oil.

Recommended Sides

• White or brown rice
• Miso soup
• Steamed vegetables
• Soy sauce or other condiments