Chungjungone Crispy Frying Mix is the most widely used frying mix in Korea. It comes pre-blended with wheat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, and onion powder, so all you need to do is add water to create a ready-to-use batter. Unlike a standard Western flour batter, the inclusion of cornstarch gives the coating a lighter, crispier texture when fried. It is similar in concept to Japanese tempura batter, but with a distinctly Korean character from the addition of garlic and onion. It works beautifully with vegetables, seafood, tofu, and more.

Yes, Chungjungone Crispy Frying Mix 500g is suitable for both Vegan and Vegetarian diets. It contains no ingredients of animal origin. The full ingredient list is: wheat flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder (E450, E500, wheat flour), garlic powder, and onion powder. However, we recommend checking the physical packaging directly for any cross-contamination (may contain) declarations.

This product contains Gluten as a mandatory EU allergen. The source is the wheat flour used as the main ingredient and the wheat flour present in the baking powder. Individuals with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance should avoid this product. No other EU mandatory allergens (such as eggs, dairy, nuts, soy, or sesame) are present in the ingredients. For information on potential cross-contamination from the production line, please refer to the allergen labelling on the physical packaging of the product you purchase.

This frying mix is incredibly versatile in Korean cooking. The most classic use is Yachae Twigim (vegetable fritters) — zucchini, sweet potato, onion, carrot, and broccoli coated in batter and fried until crispy. It also works wonderfully with seafood such as shrimp and squid. Tofu Twigim (fried tofu) is another popular vegan-friendly option. The method is simple: mix the frying powder with cold water at roughly a 1:1.2 ratio, stir gently, coat your ingredients, and fry in oil at 170–180°C. The colder the water, the crispier the result.

Before opening, store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. After opening, moisture can cause the powder to clump or deteriorate in quality, so transfer it to an airtight container or resealable bag and keep it in a cool, dry location. Refrigeration is possible, but be mindful of moisture inside the fridge. We recommend using the product as soon as possible after opening. For the exact best-before date, please refer to the date printed on the packaging.