Best 2 Fresh Panko Recipes

Are you craving a crispy, golden-brown coating for your favorite dishes? Look no further than fresh panko breadcrumbs! Made from Japanese bread, panko offers a light and airy texture that adds an extra layer of flavor and crunch to any recipe. Whether you're looking for the perfect coating for fried chicken, fish, or vegetables, or a crispy topping for casseroles and gratins, fresh panko is the key to unlocking a world of culinary possibilities.

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PANKO CHICKEN WITH FRESH MARINARA

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We're giving your hometown restaurant a run for their money with these crispy, crunchy tenders served with a chunky homemade sauce. Remember this recipe; it makes a crowd-pleasing appetizer, too! -Allison Paton, Scarborough, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 large egg
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash salt and pepper
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1/4 cup olive oil
MARINARA:
6 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
8 medium fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a shallow bowl, beat the egg. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, flour, parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in crumb mixture., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the marinara ingredients; heat through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

FRESH PANKO

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Any white bread will do for making panko. An Asian chef swore that the best homemade panko came from Wonder Bread. The yield will vary according to how large you make your crumbs. Once cooled, crumbs may be stored in the freezer, in a resealable plastic bag for as long as several months.

Provided by Jess

Time 20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

1 loaf white bread, torn

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Push torn pieces of bread through the shredding disk of a food processor to make coarse crumbs. Spread the crumbs on a baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven until crumbs are dry but not toasted, 6 to 8 minutes. Shake the sheet twice during baking in order to evenly dry crumbs. Remove from the oven and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 154.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh panko breadcrumbs. You can find them in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
If you don't have fresh panko breadcrumbs, you can make your own by grating a loaf of white bread and then toasting it in the oven until it's golden brown.
Panko breadcrumbs can be used to add a crispy coating to fried foods, such as chicken, fish, and vegetables.
They can also be used as a topping for casseroles and other baked dishes.
Panko breadcrumbs can be used to make a delicious breadcrumb stuffing.
When using panko breadcrumbs, be sure to press them into the food so that they adhere.
Panko breadcrumbs can be cooked in a variety of ways, including frying, baking, and air frying.

Conclusion:

Panko breadcrumbs are a versatile ingredient that can be used to add a crispy coating to a variety of dishes. They are easy to use and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you're using them to fry chicken, bake a casserole, or make a breadcrumb stuffing, panko breadcrumbs are sure to add a delicious crunch to your meal.