Beer battered ebi mayo is a Japanese-style shrimp recipe that combines crisp golden batter with a creamy sweet savory mayo sauce. The shrimp are usually peeled, cleaned, dried well, and lightly seasoned before being dipped into a cold beer batter made with flour, starch, egg, and chilled beer for a light airy coating. Frying the shrimp until crisp gives them a crunchy outside while keeping the inside juicy and tender. The sauce can be made with Japanese mayonnaise, condensed milk, ketchup, lemon juice, chili sauce, honey, or a little rice vinegar to create a creamy balance of sweetness, tang, and gentle heat. Green onion, sesame seeds, shredded lettuce, or lemon wedges can add freshness and color. The final ebi mayo is crispy, creamy, and easy to serve as an appetizer, party dish, rice topping, or izakaya-style plate at home.
