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New Season, New Menu Items – Authentic Panko has it Covered!

Wednesday, 29 June 2022 by Kym
Even in the heat of summer, diners still crave crispy fried foods. Unfortunately, fried foods can be heavy and oily. Not a good fit for summer fare, or anytime really. An easy solution for transforming those heavy fried foods into light and crispy customer favorites is as easy as replacing one very simple ingredient in
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Katsu is a Rising Star on American Menus

Thursday, 02 June 2022 by Kym
Over the past several years Japanese panko fried foods, like Katsu and Sandos, have seen an incredible increase in popularity. Food & Wine® speculates their popularity will continue to increase throughout the year. And why not? Few can resist a golden fried cutlet, which is one of the leading reasons Japanese Katsu (crispy coated pork
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America’s Favorite Fried Foods Just Got Better!

Wednesday, 18 May 2022 by Kym
Are your customers seeking solace in deep-fried foods? Here’s an easy way to make America’s favorite fried foods better! According to an article in the WSJ “Demand for Comfort Food Greases Market for All Things Fried”, sales for french fries, fried chicken, and fried cheese curds have skyrocketed. So much in fact repairs for restaurants’
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Authentic Panko – The Better Breading for Fried Foods

Tuesday, 03 May 2022 by Kym
Crispy on the outside, melt in your mouth on the inside … fried foods (done right) create the perfect alignment of taste and texture. Even the most health conscience patrons can’t resist. Foodmarket recently published an article, Demand Sizzles for Fried Food, outlining how one of Americans’ oldest obsessions was taken to new heights during
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Authentic Panko Proves Small Changes can Make a Big Difference

Wednesday, 20 April 2022 by Kym
While many food trends come and go, one trend that isn’t “going” is the demand for quality food. And that includes all the ingredients used in the preparation. The increased demand for plant based and Non-GMO menu options shines a light on the importance of “all” ingredients used to create a dish. Including something as
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Authentic Panko – Simple but Significant

Monday, 14 March 2022 by Kym
From appetizers all the way through to dessert, Authentic Panko is one of the hardest-working, most-versatile ingredients in a professional pantry. Unfortunately, it’s probably one of the most overlooked ingredients as well, mainly due to a few misconceptions of its capabilities. If you thought Panko was just for Japanese cuisine, think again – Panko is
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What Sets Truly Authentic Panko Apart?

Wednesday, 02 March 2022 by Kym
One fact you can take to the bank is not all Panko Brands are the same. Because not all brands of Panko are Authentic Japanese Panko. While there are many commercial brands available, only a few are truly an authentic Japanese Panko. The word “Authentic” is important. An Authentic Panko is made using traditional Japanese methods
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The Secret Behind Maintaining Crispiness with Take-Out Orders: All Purpose Seasoned Batter Mix

Tuesday, 30 November 2021 by Kym
If you’ve tried our extra crispy Authentic Tempura Batter, you will love our All Purpose Seasoned Batter Mix!  Seasoned to perfection and versatile, it’s an ideal base batter for fish, chicken, vegetables, seafood, pork, or beef. Our All Purpose Seasoned Batter Mix delivers a light crispy coating that stays crispy for an extended time. With
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The Family’s Passion for Authentic Panko Continues

Friday, 29 October 2021 by Kym
Maintaining the vision of Masashi Kawaguchi, siblings, Lauren and Jonathan Kawaguchi are ready to lead the next generation forward. Both Lauren and Jonathan are actively involved in Upper Crust Enterprises and learning the ins and outs of producing Authentic Panko, while fulfilling their grandfather’s original vision. Lauren and Jonathan grew up in the family business
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A Family’s Passion of Producing Authentic Panko in the USA

Thursday, 21 October 2021 by Kym
When Fishking Processors, Inc., a seafood processing company, was first established in 1955, Masashi Kawaguchi was building much more than a business. He was building a solid foundation for future generations of the Kawaguchi family to grow and expand. Growing up in a home where business and family were one, Gary Kawaguchi, the oldest son,
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Not all Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs are created equal! Using an authentic Panko will make a noticeable difference in your final menu item.

For over 40 years, Upper Crust Enterprises has been a leader in providing truly Authentic Gourmet Japanese Bread Crumbs to restaurants all over the world.

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