MEXICAN STYLE TEMPURA WITH A CHILI CHOCOLATE SAUCE

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

6 ounces canola oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons Sabor Italia, recipe follows
6 egg whites
Water, for consistency
2 chicken breasts, pounded thin and sliced
4 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 poblano chile, grilled, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 onion, diced
2 tablespoons Sabor Italia, divided, recipe follows
2 ounces red wine
1/4 cup milk chocolate
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 cup canned tomatoes
2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons granulated garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and preheat 6 ounces canola oil to 400 degrees F.
  • For the tempura: In a small mixing bowl, add 1 cup flour, cornstarch, Sabor Italia, egg white and enough water to have a pancake-like consistency. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Thread chicken slices onto wooden skewers. Season, to taste, with Sabor Italia. Dredge the skewers into 1/2 cup flour and then into prepared batter. Place skewers immediately into preheated oil and fry until golden brown. Place onto a baking sheet and finish in the oven, about 5 minutes. Do the same for the shrimp.
  • For the sauce: In a medium saute pan over medium-high heat, saute the poblano, onions and a pinch of Sabor Italia. Add the red wine and chocolate and stir until combine. Add the chili powder and remaining Sabor Italia and stir until thickened. Add the chopped tomatoes and stir. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro leaves.
  • Place skewers on a platter and top with sauce.
  • For the Sabor Italia: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months

Escobar Lucianbute
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This dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Friendly Name
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I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the crispy tempura and the flavorful sauce.


Barham Mustafa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I used broccoli, carrots, and zucchini, and they were all delicious.


Nuriyah Nabiye
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I've never had tempura before, but I'm a fan now! This dish is crispy, flavorful, and unique.


Sk. Fahim Khan
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed the chili chocolate sauce in this dish. It's not too sweet, and it has a nice spicy kick.


Mukesh Nepali
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Yamliha Khan
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I made this dish for my Mexican-food-loving husband, and he loved it! He said it was the best tempura he's ever had.


Oluwakemi Musa
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This dish is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's unique and delicious.


Navida Aftab
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I was a bit skeptical about the chili chocolate sauce, but it really works! It's the perfect complement to the crispy tempura.


Hawa Mussa
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The tempura is crispy and the sauce is flavorful.


Jessica Mayes
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is especially delicious.


Tyson Haitange Ngesheya
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The tempura was crispy and light, and the chili chocolate sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.