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Tempura Avocado

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 214kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 Avocado pitted and quartered lenghtwise
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Instructions

  • Heat the oil to 325 degrees in a saucepan or pot.
  • In a bowl mix together the cornstarch, flour, and baking powder. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in the egg. Add a tablespoon of water at a time until a thick batter forms.
  • Gently dip the avocado quarters into the batter then fry in the oil until golden brown on all sides. Remove to paper towels and season with salt right away.
  • Serve right away, cut in half lengthwise if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 285mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2mg