Homemade Panko (Japanese Bread Crumbs)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Homemade Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs recipe for your cooking needs

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 slices fresh white bread
	1 slice fresh white bread

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

1 cup

Calories

100

Sugar

Fat

Panko Bread Crumbs are a Japanese-style breadcrumb that have become increasingly popular in Western cuisine due to their lighter and crunchier texture. They are made from bread without the crusts that are processed into large flakes. They are often used as a coating for fried foods, such as tonkatsu or tempura, as well as a topping for casseroles or baked dishes. Panko Bread Crumbs are a versatile ingredient that can add flavor and texture to many dishes, and are easy to make with just a few simple steps.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 200°F and adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
2.	Cut the fresh white bread slices into small cubes and pulse them in a food processor until they are coarsely ground. (Don't over-process them or they will become too fine.)
3.	Spread the crumbs out evenly on a baking sheet and bake them for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are dry and lightly toasted.
4.	Let the crumbs cool completely and store them in an airtight container or zip-lock bag until ready to use.

PROS

Homemade Panko Bread Crumbs have a crunchier and lighter texture than regular breadcrumbs, adding a unique flavor and texture to your dishes.
They are also inexpensive and easy to make.

CONS

The Panko Bread Crumbs will need to be made from scratch, which may require more time and effort than using store-bought breadcrumbs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Panko Bread Crumbs themselves may not have any notable health benefits, substituting them for regular breadcrumbs in your cooking could lower the calorie and carbohydrate count of your dishes, making them healthier options.