There's something uniquely satisfying about perfectly cooked tempura. That light, airy, crispy batter that gives way to a tender shrimp or a sweet vegetable. When you're searching for the best tempura in Covina, you're searching for an authentic Japanese art form.
At Yashima Restaurant, we take our tempura seriously. It's a highlight of our appetizer menu and a key component of our popular lunch and dinner specials. Here’s what makes our tempura a cut above the rest.
The Art of Perfect Tempura
True tempura is incredibly light and crispy, never heavy or greasy. This is achieved through skill and precision.
1. The Batter is Key
The secret to authentic tempura is the batter. It's made fresh and kept ice-cold, which is what creates that signature light-as-air, lacy crunch when it hits the hot oil. It's a delicate process that makes all the difference.
2. High-Quality Ingredients
A perfect batter deserves the best ingredients. We use fresh, plump shrimp and a seasonal assortment of vegetables, ensuring every bite is flavorful, from a sweet piece of carrot to a tender shrimp.
3. Expert Frying Technique
Our chefs are trained to fry the tempura at the perfect temperature, cooking each piece quickly so it becomes crispy on the outside while the ingredient inside is gently steamed, locking in its natural flavor and moisture.
A Taste of Authenticity: This isn't just "fried food." This is authentic, skillfully prepared tempura in Covina, the way it's meant to be enjoyed.
Find Your Favorite Tempura at Yashima
We offer our delicious tempura in several ways to suit your craving:
- Mix Tempura (Appetizer): The perfect starter to share, featuring 3 pieces of shrimp and 5 pieces of assorted vegetables.
- Shrimp Tempura (Appetizer): For the shrimp lover, 5 full pieces of crispy shrimp tempura.
- Vegetable Tempura (Appetizer): A generous platter of 8 pieces of assorted vegetarian-friendly tempura.
- Lunch & Dinner Specials: Tempura is a star component in our combination lunch specials and our full dinner entrees!
- Tempura Udon: A classic comfort food dish featuring our crispy tempura served with a hearty bowl of udon noodle soup.
Pair It With Sushi, Sake, and More
While our tempura is a star, it's also the perfect companion to a fresh sushi roll or a platter of sashimi. As a full Japanese restaurant in Covina, we have everything you need for a complete and authentic meal.
