Crispy Broccoli Tempura with Garlic Parmesan Aioli
Crispy tempura broccoli served with garlic parmesan aioli.
Savor delicious, crispy broccoli florets coated in a tempura batter and served with a flavorful garlic parmesan aioli, making a perfect appetizer or side dish.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
Full Ingredient List
- 1/2 pound broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ice cold water
- kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- canola oil, for frying
- 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated
Fried Broccoli Tempura
Tools and Equipment
- wide skillet
- small bowl
- wire rack
Ingredients
| Quantity | Name | Preparation Notes | Substitutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 pound | broccoli | cut into bite-sized pieces | |
| 1 cup | all-purpose flour | ||
| 1 cup | ice cold water | ||
| to taste | kosher salt | ||
| to taste | black pepper | ||
| for frying | canola oil | ||
| 1 teaspoon | parsley | chopped | cilantro, basil |
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat about 1 inch of oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat to 400°F.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the flour, cold water, salt, and pepper. The batter should be thin with small clumps. Adjust consistency with water or flour as needed. (Tips: Avoid overmixing to keep batter light.)
- Step 3: Dip broccoli florets in the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Step 4: Fry the broccoli pieces until golden, about 3-5 minutes per side. Drain on a wire rack and season with salt. (Tips: Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.)
Garlic Parmesan Aioli
Tools and Equipment
- small bowl
Ingredients
| Quantity | Name | Preparation Notes | Substitutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | mayonnaise | Greek yogurt | |
| 1 clove | garlic | minced | 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Dijon mustard | ||
| 1/2 teaspoon | lemon zest | ||
| 1 teaspoon | lemon juice | lime juice | |
| 1 tablespoon | parmesan cheese | grated | pecorino romano |
| to taste | kosher salt | ||
| to taste | black pepper |
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine all aioli ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside for serving. (Tips: Can be prepared ahead of time for flavors to meld.)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 267 kcal
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 1 g
Additional Information
Notes: Nutrition estimate does not include oil absorbed during frying.
Background: This dish is inspired by a Mediterranean appetizer featuring fried broccoli.
Geographic Region: American
Seasonality: year-round
Occasion: casual gatherings
Recommended Pairings
- light white wine
- lemon wedges for extra zing