Making Tempura at Home!

[@ThisIsMattJ]

"The most leafiest leaf you've had" poetic description!

[@TokidokiTraveller]

I don’t know how else to describe it!! It’s just so leaf

[@Hephzibah624]

Hahaha I laughed as soon as she said that 🤣 So cute! Lol

[@Offensive_Username]

For those wondering, the music instrument at the start is an Otamatone.

sounds like a Daft Punk track :)

[@adellemcgowan9063]

Thank you I’ll take two

[@sandiejohnson9334]

I so miss these chats. Just you being the real you. You where so amazing 👏

[@adityasanthanam1945]

I have only ever had frozen tempura. It is very good, but fresh is probably better. That looks beautiful.

[@tiasmom6225]

Awesome job on the tempera, Emma! It looked very professional, as if it was served up in a restaurant. The best thing about making it at home is using the ingredients you enjoy, so it's always perfect.

[@HelenBradley]

I’m an expat Aussie living in the USA and the other day I was craving Chocolate Ripple Cake. Found a recipe for Chocolate Ripple Biscuits and baked them - luckily I had all the ingredients and voila! Add whipped cream, brandy and vanilla and I was in quarantine heaven! I loved your tempura - didn’t realize it would be that easy so I think I’ll give it a try myself! Take care and stay safe! 🇦🇺

[@dilushix]

I always come here to unwind and find my zen space. Emma you're ze best.

[@apatheticAnxiety]

Love how happy you were about how it turned out, and that crunch from the last extra leaf that didn't fit!

[@MangooseGG]

I didn't realize you did cooking on your channel. I just saw you as the driving force behind Tokyo Creative. This is a VERY pleasant surprise. I am now subscribed :)

[@DreamyDuskywing]

This video is exactly what I needed. Struggling with a migraine, super sensitive to bright light and loud noise. Sat eating dinner with sunglasses on and earphones in, needing something relaxing to listen to to drown out the family watchibg loud TV. Perfect t. Thanks Emma! I am so proud of you for learning to make your fave thing! I was really excited end of Febuary to try lotus root but the restaurant didn't have any! Pretty sure it was tempura too. Super disappointed. Now I know when all this is over I can hunt through my asian store for lotus root and tempura flour and copy you!

[@BeyondYourDoorstep]

Ah this video makes me miss Japanese food so much! Those tempura leaves looked delicious! Top job, that dish looked like it came straight out of a restaurant. Had me drooling!

[@Shelbichu]

I love your tokyo kitchen chats. my first video was the one where you made pumpkin soup in your tiny tiny apartment!

[@lupitas-obrien1782]

Thank you. There is something about your videos that are quirky refreshing and informative. It makes quarantine enjoyable. Thank you.

[@ustickx]

Almost cried at the careful positioning of all the tempura in the bowl. Beautiful food presentation makes a meal so much more enjoyable!

[@leolardie7705]

Talking about getting into salads is absolutely an interesting conversation topic in lockdown! Thanks for keeping us updated on the minutiae of your life - I would be so bored without it 🥰

[@XanianaAdlib]

Thanks for making content through this time! I love your kitchen chats, as an Australian that wants to cook Japanese food at home I find your videos very inspiring and it makes things look so easy!

[@jonnysnipes7793]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how nice her hair looks and how it frames her face nicely!

[@littlegiantshiori1410]

Chef Emmaaaa yabaaaaaaaai too good 😭❤️That looks like 特上天丼!!!!

[@TokidokiTraveller]

Ahh thank you!! 初めて作ったからびっくりした😂 I thought I would burn it or something but I’m so happy!

[@kevinMIAMIHEATWADE3]

Cooking competition! Shiori vs Emma. Natasha and Alex can be the blind judges!

[@abouttime837]

if you make a tempura bowl out of chicken tendons is it a tendon tendon 🤔

[@TemperedStorm]

I always enjoy these Tokyo Kitchen Chats. I'm glad you're still doing them. I fondly remember the first few from your 8 sqm apartment.

[@tracyscott2887]

Love that you pronounce TEMPURA the correct way. I grew up in a Hawaiian Japanese house and that’s how I learned to say it. When I say it out loud people look at me weird. My last job I said it that way and someone started to correct me but another co-worker who is Japanese explained that I was saying it correct. Love your cooking segments since I cannot cook. Finally LOVE TGE HAIR! Keep the bangs long and to the sides- you look amazing! Nothing against your relationship but you’ve been looking great since Erick left.. hmmm? Lol

[@TheDragonaf1]

Can we just appreciate how well organised thoese top kitchen cabinets are?

[@ToeteMichBitte]

Yessss I was just re-watching all your old videos and now I'm treated to a new one!!! Hell yeah

[@gianinapomponi5595]

looks so amazing!! try adding seltzer to the tempura batter, so yummy too!!!

[@esprillant]

Hi Emma , this is my first time leaving you a comment, always been a fan of yours! Love to follow your daily life! I especially enjoy watching your cooking shows! I am living in Sydney, and I love going to Japan for the food and culture! It is very inspiring watching Norm, Sharla, Chris and yourself taking the big step to live in Japan. Only if I was brave enough to take that step when I was younger! Thanks for sharing your life in Japan, makes me think that I am living there myself! Keep up your work!

[@bonnienightingale3336]

I've been on a cooking creativity slump. This is a great idea! Thanks for the quality content and overall smiles!

[@NinjaWolfess]

Hello from Canada! Hay fabulous, just kickin' it with online uni courses and my own kitchen adventures. In the last 2 months, I've learned how to make slow cooker roast, bacon, chicken breast, and most importantly, steak!! I've been a scaredy cat about cooking meat for a long time, so this has been big. And I've made such tasty breakfast wraps that I'm way less tempted to order breakfast these days! Sweet breakfast things though... I want some fruity crispy French toast. That's the new mission. Thanks for the kitchen chat!

[@albalopez2335]

Emma your videos are so relaxing, your quirkiness is what makes them great! I just wish each video was at least 30 mins long.

[@jennymccally5374]

Superb cooking, Emma!! Doing well in Minnesota, USA!

[@Aobokeh]

It’s honestly so inspiring to see you cook classic dishes like this- after I watched your tamagoyaki kitchen chat I finally found the nerve to make it myself! maybe I’ll try tempura too...

[@dementedkitten8810]

I’m so glad you made this video I saw the picture you posted on instagram and I thought ooh I hope we get a new kitchen chats!! I want to try making tempura too! also your cabinets are so organized I love it !!

[@papermoonchild]

Learning how to sew! And I have been drawing a lot in this quarantine time between my work from home job. Cooking as well. Productive.

[@orionriley5154]

Anything fried is good but there’s just something about tempura

[@TokidokiTraveller]

Right? That kind of crispy texture and the flavour hngggg

[@solannthor4991]

What is it about watching food videos during a downpour?? You’ve made me so hungry. It’s nice to know that you don’t need a vat of oil to do tempura! Be well and be sure to enjoy some sunshine 🌞!

[@magneticfischer717]

料理上手ですね!　青じその天ぷらが本当に美味しそう。crispy!

[@shereena5700]

I love watching you cook

[@tootles444]

Great job! Looked amazing. Shiso is my very favorite green. I fell in love with it when I lived in Korea. In the USA it’s called Sesame leaves, which is funny cause it’s actually a member of the mint family.

[@BeMyVforever]

My update: Emma I started re-reading the Twilight series and then watching the movies after (up to eclipse), because of you! I'm thoroughly enjoying it and reliving my teenage life and so pumped for the new book from Edward's perspective! I really love your chill cooking videos and chats, it's like you're that one humble, positive friend during this quarantine! Thanks for the video.

[@nicholasp1007]

I made it for dinner tonight and it tastes amazing! Thanks for the recipe😄

[@winterodochartaigh2536]

Going into the time of year where I start to shutdown. The warmer it gets, the more depressed I get. I was so excited to see your vid up. Kitchen chats is just what I need. I'm going to order some oil, so I can make this. Thanks so much Emma. ✨😘✨ I hope all is well with you and yours!

[@mygetawayart]

your name says it all

[@kammymarie13]

I am like this too but with winter. Just try to remind yourself that it's temporary and soon summer will pass and winter will come again. It also helps to find seasonal activities you can enjoy so you're not completely miserable all summer. Sending you love

[@duallove6909]

I get depressed in summer too. I thrive in all ways in winter.

[@coffeelover1535]

Really enjoyed watching this clip. I was born & raised in japan, but have not been back home in 8 years... You should try anago (salt-water eel) for tempura next time - it goes really well with the matcha salt you were talking about.

[@beksmae6962]

I love Lucifer, I just finished my rewatching of all 4 seasons earlier this month. Hope you keep enjoying it!

[@catherinebond7474]

Good job! I'm excited too because I just found some shiso/perilla in a place I can collect from. Hard to find here in Virginia.

[@enduringbird]

You're so likeable Emma. I love your energy. I always feel good after watching your kitchen chats. And I really like how your hair has grown out.

[@chefevilee9566]

I’m really digging your little cooking show you have happening!!!

[@斎藤とよ子]

天ぷら難しいのにお上手です。 本当に美味しそう!!

[@TokidokiTraveller]

ありがとうございます！天丼タレの簡単作り方はびっくりしました！てんやと同じ味でした😂

[@斎藤とよ子]

@@TokidokiTraveller すぐに返信して下さり嬉しいです。 これからも応援しています。 素敵な動画作ってね。

[@soph3mai]

Oh man, tempura prawns are my JAM! That meal looked SO good Emma! Thanks for showing us how to make it ~ glad it was as tasty as it looked! I’m really pleased you have benefitted from the free time during this pandemic to work on yourself, that’s awesome. This video couldn’t have come at a better time because I am having a properly homesick-day today and it made me feel happy to see a familiar (albeit online and one-sided) face for a good ol’ chat! You’re always inspiring me to face new challenges relating to food and I really wanna give this a go. Isolation has made me grow stronger emotionally, I think...it seems like there’s been more time to breathe and collect thoughts if that makes sense, haha. Anyway yes! The leafiest leaf did indeed sound hella leafy! Sending love your way! ❤️

[@jazzypiddy]

This video made me very hungry - food looks awesome. Your cooking videos are my fav. Keep safe.

[@dmsarabia1]

You're such an adventurous cook. Looks and sounds great.

[@sanne1425]

Oh it was not a good idea to watch this while hungry. Great video Emma! Feels so homely and cozy :)

[@Cyhcg5uhgb]

I love Emma uploading weekly now!

[@Desperansa]

I Love your Kitchen Chats ♡♡♡

[@samantha9649]

yes my favorite series!!! the "wooo" of the leafiest leaf of all time was very Mario esque. much appreciated, thank you Emma

[@kenjhee]

Wow, you did such a great, no, perfect job for first time. My initial attempts to make tempura didn't look nearly as good. (I later found out I was over-mixing the batter. Apparently it's better to barely mix it, or it doesn't come out fluffy and light).

[@Kenmanhl]

Yeah, tempura batter is best if under-mixed or lumpy using chilled water. It's to stop gluten chains from forming so it stays light and crispy when fried instead of turning into unpuffed bread. Lucky Emma was using a "no skill needed" flour mix. I suspect that flour mix uses low gluten flour and starch.

[@oohowspooky]

YAY A NEW COOKING VIDEO WITH EMMA!!!

[@GamingFoodie]

A nice and relaxing video. Thank you for this. Felt like there was nice company in the room chatting with me. Also I REALLY want tempura now.

[@Nynke_K]

Ohh I love tempura! I wish we had kabocha here... But I'm really glad to have finally found a restaurant that delivers vegetable tempura. Rarer than you'd think in the Netherlands!

[@Avulet]

Never heard of metal soap before! Interesting function! Learned something new that was unexpected!

[@douglascampbell9809]

Pro tip use club soda instead of ordinary water. Also think about maybe getting a cutting board that is big enough to go over your entire sink. It will give you more work space to cook. (it's a tiny house trick)

[@antonysimpson9759]

Missed you Emma, glad to see you’re well ☺️

[@connieloves70s46]

It’s looks good!! How nice your cooking!!💁🏼‍♀️👍🏻👍🏻✌🏻✌🏻😊

[@Ybic]

So happy to see you upload more often!

[@clancylandrum940]

Even if you don’t go out it always surprising how creative people are

[@emmamendez6230]

Looks delicious! I think all of us have improved our cooking skills with being home this long!

[@eggegg8181]

I love tempura. So good in soba and udon. Tempura prawn udon is one of my favourite comfort foods

[@baileyt9502]

thanks for posting such a wonderful recipe!

[@kristipurcupile6744]

That looks so delicious! So glad you are doing well! You should make more cooking videos 😍 I would never think I coukd cook tempura but you made it look easy!

[@crz1602]

Doing great over here! currently so hungry after watching this video! hahaha that looked delicious!

[@Victoriasm31]

Hi from the UK. Dealing with lockdown with a 10 week old baby. Thank you for your vids, they are so fun and interesting. 😄🌍💜

[@misstsenovy]

OOooh that looks delicious Emma! Great job!

[@AstorReinhardt]

That looks really good...I'm scared of frying though...hot oil would hurt so much.

[@hinamihannah1321]

I love your channel it's just like talking to a friend .. ❤️❤️ sending love from Austria from a Czech girl

[@madisomerville4859]

Definitely one my favourite dishes too, Emma. Thank you, you inspired me to cook tempura for my family 🙂

[@redoctober6521]

You’re really becoming quite the chef 👩‍🍳. That tempura looked tasty. /take care, be well, stay safe

[@SolCrown80]

Yum, your tempura looks amazing! And thank you for the sauce recipe, time to patronize my local Japanese market for some dashi :)

[@kaygee4530]

Thanks Emma. Your videos are my guilty pleasure.

[@cynthinaxiong2306]

You can test if the oil is hot enough with the end of chopsticks! Stick them in the oil and if the ends bubble, it is hot enough

[@thisisnotforyourentertainment]

Such a relaxing video! Also you seem so bubbly, love seeing you happy 😊 😊

[@andresluna1751]

Very nice chat. Also new to the channel and I enjoy watching.

[@PatriciaSigaki]

It seems very easy to be prepared (usually up until I actually try it and mess it up 😂). I've always seen those leafs but never tried them (I'm inspired to get some at the veggie shop nearby now 😊).

[@ricardoberbor]

That looks AMAZING!!!! God, just had dinner and now you made me hungry again!

[@c0unt3ssk1tty3]

Lucifer is the BEST!! I adore Chloe so so much and her dynamic with Lucifer is fantastic. I adore cop shows and I am in love with anything fantasy so this shows brings it together into my dream show! I hope you keep enjoying it Emma!

[@kayteeflick]

Omgosh your reaction to the shiso leave was amazing

[@MutantMelo]

That is so beautiful, it merits a congratulations! Wow! Way to go

[@smurf3871]

new posts,tokidoki cooking,food posts. looks good.

[@ravenslament622]

I'm fine glad you are to, love Lucifer show getting excited for the new series. Meal looks delicious shame I've an allergy to mushrooms.

[@plz7788]

Tips for next time: 1) clean the oil, skim the tempura crumbs after each batch to keep the oil clean 2) use cold water 3) leave some small lumps in the batter for extra crispy bits. 4) for even more crisp, drizzle extra batter on top of frying items to build the a batter shell.

[@COverbuary]

A lot of Denmark where I'm from is open again and everything is going back to normal. Most shops do still have a limit on people and hand sanitizer at the entrance.

[@michaelwhite4608]

That outro always makes me smile Amazing job looked so delicious ♥️🇬🇧

[@xspeedster]

Wow, it looks delicious! You could open a tempura restaurant! Well done!

[@JessyLovesYou]

Saving this for when I have a proper kitchen again. :) thanks for sharing

[@ivyh36]

Next time you buy those whole ebi, you should try to save the heads and make a prawn broth for your top ramen or miso soup! So delish and you won't waste the good stuff in the head!

[@SammyB90]

Doing good thanks emma, australias in a pretty good place with all this stuff going on. the food looks amazing tho now i want to try make some at home.

[@youngchronicpain]

That looks amazing! You have given me the courage to try to make it myself for the first time.

[@sweetarchangel6748]

That looks soooo good. Yay, another Lucifer fan. They're in the middle of making season 5 - so excited. Also, when you get the time, check out The Umbrella Academy - it's only 12 eps - for season 1. I'm sure you'll love it. In that series, Klaus is my fave - he's amazing ♥

[@cupcakekimmyy]

Soooo funny story. The other day I was craving a matcha latte and found a little pot of matcha from a takeaway from months ago. Whisked that into my almond milk and took a sip only to realise it was matcha salt from my local Japanese restaurants tempura 😑🤢😭 Cried inside then made another with non salty matcha. Oh how I wish I had taste tested it. Love from Melbourne 💖

[@elflass5544]

TIL about the lotus root "hair"! I always get it as tempura with my udon so I have never cooked it myself, but like you have considered making my own tempura lately as my favorite Japanese food court is closed for who knows how long?! Glad that I won't be surprised now if I try it out myself.

[@shiny781]

Oh my god I miss this kinda video. Thank u for posting

[@Torauth]

THAT OPENING!!! I thought "Is that... Megalovania??!?!" And then you got it :P

[@TokidokiTraveller]

I’m so thrilled you recognised it before I added the music 😂

[@Skylance87]

That's it! I recognized it but couldn't place what from

[@LucasSouza-el1rj]

@Vibe San's boss music from Undertale game.

[@CamilleLMacLean]

That looks so amazingly delicious! Yum