Choosing the right batter is key to perfect Fish & Chips.
Whether you pre-fry your fish or cook & serve, the right mix ensures crispy results every time. Use this guide to find the batter that suits your frying method.
Which ratio suits your preference?
Use the Batter Ratio Chart as a starting point and experiment with different ratios. This will help you find the ratio that give your batter exactly the desired texture. Keep in mind that even a change of just 5 grams can noticeably affect the texture.
How to get the best results using our batter
Weighing = more accurate & always consistent
Use a scale, it’s the best way to prepare your batter. Batter mix 500gr + Water 600ml/gr
Mix with care for best results
If you use an electix mixer DO NOT over mix. Up to 1.5mins max.
Important! Watch frying time and reaction closely
Smedes batter may react differently than your own batter recipe
How does the batter hold over time?
The quality remains high, but we always recommend preparing it twice a day.
It only takes a minute, so why take the risk?
The right batter for your frying method
Batter for Pre-frying
A good number of chippers pre-fry their fish, this blanching method requires a different type of batter when compared to a cook & serve method.
Ideal choices for pre-frying are our Batter Flour Standard and Batter Flour Light. These base products are cost-effective and especially developed for takeaway operators, as ease of use, efficiency, and consistent quality are essential.
Our Batter Mix Light, Pale Yellow, Light Yellow, and Yellow are all suitable for both pre-frying and cook & serve, offering flexibility without compromising quality.
Batter for Cook & Serve
Do you cook and then serve your fish immediately after frying? Then we recommend our range of Smedes batter mixes.
These intricate mixes of precisely formulated ingredients are perfect for cook & serve applications as they are especially designed for a single frying cycle.
Our batter mixes stay crispy for longer and are unique because they can be regenerated in a combi oven without losing that golden colour and that perfect “just fried crispiness”, so it always looks and tastes perfect.
Regenerating batter
Regeneration is increasingly important in professional kitchens where speed, planning, and consistent quality are paramount.
Our batter mixes are unique because they can be perfectly regenerated in a combi steamer, without losing any crispiness or colour.
This keeps the pre-fried product light, crispy, and appealing, as if it was fried there and then, preserving its flavour and appearance.
Regeneration is easily done in a combi steamer at 190°C with 5-10% steam.
Looking for a gluten free batter?
We've got you covered! Our Gluten Free Batter Mix is one of the best on the market. It leaves no aftertaste, is even crispier than regular batters, and doesn’t separate or form a water layer.
All in all, it’s a truly high performing batter. And when you look at the extra cost, what used to be £0.04 per fish will now be around £0.09 per fish, a small price for a big improvement.
Reasons to switch to Smedes batter
Deliciously and irresistibly crispy
Proven in laboratory tests: significantly less greasy
Correct ratio = perfect crispiness
500 gr batter mix + 600 ml water. Less ingredients, always consistent!
Quick and easy to make
Ready in a minute, with a litre of batter for only £0.97 or just £0.05 per fish.
Regenerate without loss of quality
Combi steamer 190° | 5–10% steam
