Tempura Batter

Description: I found this recipe on a cornstarch box in 1982 and what a great recipe. It is not only easy, but saves money not having to buy it ready made. I use it for cut up vegetables, fish and onion rings.

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 egg, slightly beaten

Steps:

1. In bowl mix first 5 ingredients; add water and egg and then stir till smooth,.
2. This batter is enough for 4 cups vegetables or 1 pound of fish or meat cut up.