Kakiage

Okay kiddo, have you ever had tempura? It's a crispy and delicious Japanese dish made by frying seafood, vegetables, or meat in a special batter. Well, kakiage is a type of tempura made by mixing different vegetables together and frying them in the same way!

Basically, we take all our favorite veggies like carrots, onions, and peppers, and chop them up into small pieces. Then we mix them with flour and water to make a special batter. Finally, we deep-fry the mixture in hot oil until it's crispy and golden brown.

Kakiage is usually served as a side dish or appetizer in Japanese restaurants. It's a great way to get kids (and adults!) to eat more vegetables since everything is mixed together and fried, it can be hard to tell exactly what you're eating. Plus, it's super fun to eat with your hands and dip in sauces like soy sauce or tonkatsu sauce.

So that's kakiage, a yummy and healthy twist on tempura that's perfect for veggie lovers!