How did tempura become a Japanese art?

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How Tempura Evolved From a Portuguese Staple to a Japanese Art

 
A platter of mixed vegetable tempura with dipping sauce.
 

Influenced by the Portuguese, the Japanese elevated and mastered the practice of using a batter to coat and fry all sorts of vegetables, delicate leaves, and succulent seafood. Epi contributor Rafael Tonon digs into the history and evolution of tempura, one of Japan’s most popular cooking methods.

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