Crispy Shrimp Tempura

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch 
• 2  egg whites lightly beaten
• 1  egg yolk 
• 1 cup flour all-purpose
• 1 pinch salt 
• 1 pound shrimp deveined peeled
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup water 

Equipment

• bowl
• paper towels
• whisk

Directions

1. Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt in a large bowl. Make a depression in the center of the flour. Stir in the water and egg yolk.
3. Mix just until moistened; batter will be lumpy. Stir in egg whites.
4. One at a time, dip shrimp into the batter to coat. Do not batter tails. Carefully place a few shrimp at a time into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes.
5. Drain on paper towels.