Purple sprouting broccoli tempura with nuoc cham

About This Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   step 1 For the nuoc cham, whisk together all of the ingredients with 5 tbsp hot water in a small bowl.

2. 2

   Set aside while you make the tempura.

3. 3

   step 2 Whisk the cornflour, plain flour, sesame seeds (if using) and a large pinch of salt together.

4. 4

   Fill a large, deep pan no more than a third full with the vegetable oil and heat until it reaches 180C or a cube of bread dropped in browns in 20 seconds.

5. 5

   step 3 Quickly whisk the soda water into the flour mixture, being careful not to overmix, then dunk in the broccoli using tongs.

6. 6

   Carefully lower into the hot oil and cook for 2-3 mins until crisp.

7. 7

   Drain on kitchen paper, then serve with the nuoc cham on the side for dipping.