Perfect Tempura Ice-cream

1 . Stage

Cut the pound cake in medium-size slices.

2 . Stage

Scoop a ball of ice cream and wrap completely with the slices of cake, patching where needed with smaller pieces.

3 . Stage

Wrap the balls tightly with plastic wrap, forming a round shape. Freeze at least 5 hours or overnight.

4 . Stage

Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan.

5 . Stage

Stir cold sparkling water very slowly into the flour; whisk in the egg to create the batter.

6 . Stage

Remove the ice cream balls, one at the time, from the freezer. Dust the surface with flour. Dip into the batter, coating completely. Quickly lower coated ice cream balls into the oil; fry until golden, about 25 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon.

7 . Stage

Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce before ice cream melts!