Light, crispy, and perfectly crunchy — these air fryer tempura vegetables are a healthier, quicker way to enjoy the classic Japanese tempura without deep frying.
Origin Air Fryer Tempura Vegetables
Tempura is a traditional Japanese dish of lightly battered and fried vegetables or seafood. Using an air fryer gives you the crispiness with less oil and mess.
What I Love About This Recipe
The batter is airy and light, and the air fryer makes the vegetables crisp without heavy oil. It’s quick, healthier, and perfect for a crunchy snack or side dish.
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Air Fryer Tempura Vegetables
4
servings20
minutes30
minutes250
kcalIngredients
1 cup assorted vegetables (e.g., broccoli florets, bell peppers, zucchini slices, carrot sticks, green beans)
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cold sparkling water
1 large egg
¼ tsp salt
Cooking spray or a light brush of oil
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk the egg and cold sparkling water together. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing lightly — batter should be lumpy and not overmixed.
- Dip each vegetable piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with oil. Place battered vegetables in a single layer (do not overcrowd).
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Repeat with remaining vegetables. Serve immediately with soy sauce or tempura dipping sauce.
Notes
- Using ice-cold sparkling water helps create a lighter batter.
- Work quickly with the batter to keep it cold and airy.
- Try adding a pinch of baking powder for extra puffiness.
