Tendon
Japanese

Tendon

Crispy tempura shrimp and vegetables crown a bowl of rice, drizzled with a flavorful dashi-infused soy sauce.

Medium40 min

Where it comes from

Tendon is a popular dish in the Kanto region, showcasing the Japanese art of tempura which was introduced by Portuguese merchants in the 16th century.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

Proteins

Grains & Staples

Sauces & Condiments

How it's made

  1. 1

    Prepare tempura batter using wheat flour and cold water.

  2. 2

    Dip shrimp, sweet potato, and eggplant in the batter, and deep fry until golden and crispy.

  3. 3

    Mix dashi, soy sauce, and mirin to create a sauce.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the sauce over the tempura.

  5. 5

    Serve the tempura over a bowl of steamed rice.

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