Tempura Moriawase

Tempura Moriawase is a classic Japanese dish featuring a variety of lightly battered and deep-fried ingredients served as an assorted platter. It typically includes a mix of seafood like shrimp and squid alongside seasonal vegetables such as sweet potato, pumpkin, shiso leaf, and eggplant. The dish is a staple in Japanese cuisine, often enjoyed as a main course or part of a larger meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Tempura is generally high in fat due to the deep-frying process, though the light batter helps it remain less greasy than other fried foods. A typical serving provides a mix of protein from the seafood and carbohydrates from the batter and vegetables, with a calorie range of approximately 400-600 calories per platter depending on portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	650 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	40 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	40 mg

Per 1 platter (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The art of tempura lies in its batter, which is made with ice-cold water and minimal mixing to create a light, crispy texture that contrasts with the tender ingredients inside. Culturally, tempura reflects the Japanese principle of 'shun' (seasonality), where chefs select ingredients at their peak freshness to highlight natural flavors.