Sempio Crispy Frying Mix is a dedicated frying batter mix combining wheat flour, corn starch, baking powder, salt and white pepper in an optimised ratio. Using plain flour alone tends to produce a thick, heavy coating, whereas this product — thanks to the corn starch and baking powder — creates a light, crispy batter with just the addition of water. Tempura-style batter mixes originate from Japanese cuisine and are widely used in both Korean and Japanese households for frying vegetables, seafood, meat and more. The greatest advantage is that you can achieve a perfectly crispy result without measuring out separate ingredients.

Yes, Sempio Crispy Frying Mix is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. It contains no animal-derived ingredients, and pairs excellently with a wide range of plant-based ingredients such as vegetables, mushrooms and tofu to create great vegan fried dishes. Please note, however, that wheat flour is the primary ingredient (90%), so this product is not suitable for a gluten-free diet. Additionally, halal certification has not been obtained for this product, so those strictly following a halal diet should take note.

This product contains gluten, one of the EU's 14 mandatory declared allergens. As the primary ingredient is wheat flour (90%), persons with a wheat allergy or coeliac disease must avoid consumption. The product also contains the flavour enhancer E621 (monosodium glutamate, MSG). While E621 is not among the EU's mandatory allergen declarations, those sensitive to MSG should be aware. MSG is a naturally occurring umami compound also found in kombu seaweed, tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, and serves to enhance flavour in food products.

Sempio Crispy Frying Mix can be used with a wide variety of ingredients including vegetable fritters, mushroom fritters, shrimp fritters, squid fritters and tofu fritters. It works perfectly with ingredients readily available at European supermarkets such as onion, carrot, courgette, bell pepper, broccoli and shiitake mushrooms. The method is also very straightforward: mix the frying mix with cold water (ice water recommended) to make a batter, dip your ingredients, and deep-fry at 170–180°C. The key tip is to mix lightly — over-mixing develops gluten and reduces crispiness.

Before opening, store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. After opening, moisture can cause the baking powder to react and lose its leavening power, so it is recommended to transfer the mix to an airtight container or resealable bag. Use as soon as possible after opening, and if any lumps have formed during storage, sift the mix before use. Always check the best-before date printed on the packaging.