Authentic Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs
Not all Panko is created equal. Learn what makes Panko authentic and why using Authentic Japanese Panko will make a noticeable difference on your menu. Take the challenge and compare your current Panko with our Authentic Panko and elevate the quality improvement. Available in a wide range of granulation sizes as well as All Natural.
Tempura Batter Mix - Extra Crispy
Upper Crust Enterprises Extra Crispy Tempura Batter Mix will sustain its crispy texture for extended periods. The secret to produce a versatile extra crispy and lacy Tempura Batter Mix is a blend of quality flours, and a secret ingredient from Japan. Our Tempura Batter Mix is unseasoned, egg free, diary free and can blend with any liquid so it also makes a great base batter designed for a wide variety of menu applications.
Seasoned Panko Blends
For more unique menu items, our Authentic Japanese Panko is blended with seasonings and other ingredients to create a light, crispy and flavorful coating. Try Caribbean Coconut Panko or Italian Seasoned Panko.
Seasoned Batter Mix Blends
Our products also include Seasoned All Purpose Batter Mix which is like our authentic tempura batter mix , but with a mild spice flavor. Simply mix with water, beer, or juice for a fantastic fish, chicken, or vegetable application. Also try our Caribbean Coconut batter, which is the perfect complement to Coconut Panko.
Custom Batter Blend Formulas
Large volume chain customers or industrial manufactures have the option to let our R&D department create your own custom authentic Panko and Batter blends. We look forward to creating your next top selling menu item.
For over 35 years, Upper Crust Enterprises has been a leader in providing truly Authentic Gourmet Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs and Tempura Batter Mix to restaurants all over the world.
What's New
VIEW ALL -- 28/12/2019in Blog
Authentic Panko Perfect for 2020 Food Trends
Last year’s surge in plant-based menu options is still on the rise for the upcoming year and was listed #2 on “Storytelling: Winning with Words” leads the list of Innova Market Insights’ Top Ten Trends for 2020. Also continuing to trend in the upcoming year and listed at #5, “Tapping into Texture”. “Last... - 29/10/2019in Blog
The Shocking Facts on How Authentic Panko is Made
Two of the most asked questions we receive are “How is Panko made?” and “What makes them different than standard breadcrumbs?” Both are breadcrumbs, but that’s where the similarities end. What separates Panko from standard breadcrumbs is how they’re made, texture and performance (versatility). Creating Panko Breadcrum... Crispy vs Crunchy – How to Use Texture to Increase Sales
Crunchy and Crispy are two different textures, often considered to be the same, however, there are subtle, yet very distinctive differences between crispy and crunchy; not only in their texture, but also in how the brain perceives these differences. Understanding these subtle differences can be the “Wow” factor needed to take menu items from ordin...
Recipe Suggestions
VIEW ALL -- 14/06/2016in Blog, Panko Recipe Suggestions
Enhance Taste with Texture
Eating is an experience and taste buds can get bored if the flavor or the textures are too uniform. A dish as simple as Mac and Cheese is a perfect example of how texture influences taste. The creamy texture of the dish is great, but after a few bites, your taste buds start looking for... - 29/04/2016in Blog, Tempura Batter Mix Recipe Suggestions
Tempura Fish Tacos!
It’s rumored the birth of the Tempura Fish Taco occurred sometime in the 1930’s. Japanese fishermen docked in the Ensenada region of Mexico had the ingenious idea to marry their tempura style of fish with the ingredients available to them in Mexico. This was beginning of something awesome – Tempura Fish Tacos!. Since then chefs... - 29/02/2016in Blog, Panko Recipe Suggestions
Panko The Completely Customized Breadcrumb
If you have a recipe that calls for special herbs and spices to make a mouthwatering breading, try it with Panko bread crumbs and see the positive reaction from your customers. Or if you have several restaurant locations, Upper Crust Enterprise’s Signature Blends can be your perfect partner by blending your spice flavor with our...