Panko Grind Sizes

Multiple Panko Grind Sizes, Endless Uses

Upper Crust Enterprises Authentic Japanese Panko bread crumb is a sliver shaped crumb providing a delicate crispiness. Available in various grind sizes for endless menu applications.

Extra Large Panko

Extra large panko is popular in American-style restaurants on onion rings, vegetables, and poultry. Great size when you are looking for a big plate presentation “wow factor”. Non-GMO, Trans Fat Free and also available in All Natural.

Large Panko

Large size panko is our most popular Panko grind size. It is the most universal size and used by all types of restaurants. Non-GMO, Trans Fat Free, vegan, kosher and Halal certified.

Medium Panko

Medium Panko is used for crab cakes, as a mix in for meatballs, as stuffing filler in Ravioli, or as a final coating when a more delicate look is required. Non-GMO, Trans Fat Free and also available in All Natural.

Fine Panko

Fine Panko is used to replace standard American or Italian style breadcrumbs—the difference is Upper Crust Enterprises fine grind Authentic Japanese Panko will deliver a better crispy texture and will not clump. It is also great as a mix in for sausages, meatloaf, or as a coating for small delicate products like thin cut onion rings or croquettes. Non-GMO, Trans Fat Free and also available in All Natural.

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Home Chefs

Bring home Truly Authentic Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs for only $0.19/oz. Tempura Batter Mix also available.

Panko can be used in many menu applications, fried or baked

Fried Panko Shrimp on Skewer

For best results –

Dust the food or vegetable in DRY Upper Crust Tempura Batter mix and shake off excess.
Dip in prepared Tempura Batter made with water or other liquid such as beer, club soda, etc.
Generously roll in Upper Crust Enterprises Panko breadcrumbs. The coated product can be pre-staged and prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Deep fry in hot oil - 350° until done.

For a lighter, healthier flavor, bake the coated product in a 350° oven. When baking drizzle a small amount of oil on top prior to baking, this will provide a golden brown color to the baked Panko.

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Panko as a Breading

Upper Crust Enterprises Authentic Japanese Panko is versatile and can be used as a breading or coating on a wide variety of products:

Fish and shrimp
Chicken, beef and pork
Crab cakes
Stuffed jalapenos
Cheese sticks
Milanesa
Zucchini and other vegetables
Onion rings
Fried Ice cream
Apple slices
Pineapple slices

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Panko as a Stuffing or Topping

Try Upper Crust Enterprises Authentic Japanese Panko in a stuffing or as a topping to bring a light texture to your favorite recipes.

As a stuffing in:

Mushroom caps
Crab Cakes
Stuffed peppers
Beefsteak tomatoes
Turkey & Chicken

Or as a topping on:

Baked stuffed shrimp
Baked Salmon or Halibut
Salads instead of croutons
Pork chops or chicken breasts
Scallops
Salmon fillets and crab
Mac & Cheese

Instead of using standard bread crumbs substitute Upper Crust Enterprise Panko bread crumbs, your guests will be pleasantly surprised with the results.

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Panko Topped Mac & Cheese

To use Japanese bread crumbs as a crispy top crusting for fish, just lightly mix Panko with olive oil or melted butter, Parmesan cheese, lemon pepper, and garlic, until it’s texture is like wet sand. Gently press seasoned Panko mixture on top of salmon or halibut and bake at 350º until done. The result is a crispy-top crusted fish that was easy and customer pleasing.

To make a salad topping, sauté Panko in oil or butter until brown and toasted, add parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and black pepper. Set aside and use as needed to add crispiness to salads, pasta or vegetables.

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Fried Coconut Panko Bananas

Just mix Panko bread crumbs with melted butter, sugar and cinnamon and you have a light and crispy topping which does not overpower or weigh down your desserts. Upper Crust Japanese Panko will bring a crispy texture to all your deserts.

For something extra special, try our new Caribbean Coconut Panko. A blend of Panko, premium unsweetened coconut flakes, sugar and a touch of rum flavor. Excellent as a dessert topping or coating.

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Panko as a Dessert Topping

Try Upper Crust Enterprises Authentic Panko as a dessert topping to add spice and crunch to:

Fruit crisps and cookie bars
Cobblers instead of oatmeal
Pies instead of pastry dough
Crumb cakes and coffee cakes
Puddings
Add to cookie dough

Coconut Panko and Coconut Batter mix are great as a coating for:

Crispy Fried Bananas
Fried ice cream
Apple pie bites

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Panko as an Extender or Enhancer

Try Upper Crust Enterprises Authentic Panko as an extender or enhancer in:

Au gratin dishes
Crab Cakes
Casseroles
Burger patties
On top of Lasagne
Pizza crust
Homemade sausage

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Panko Oatmeal Cookies

Compared to standard bread crumbs, Upper Crust Gourmet Japanese Panko provides a unique texture and will not clump or get soggy. Replace your standard crumbs with Panko and surprise your guests with a light texture they will enjoy.

To create an easy to use top crusting for mac & cheese, or casseroles, just blend Panko with melted butter until well coated and add your favorite spices. Spoon Panko mixture on top and bake. It is that easy.

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U.C.E. CODE	UPC CODE	DESCRIPTION	Granulation Size	Pack
01020	00890749001013	Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy bite	Large	20 lb bag
01410	00890749001181	Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy bite	Large	2-10 lb bag
01620	00890749001068	Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy bite	Extra Large	20 lb bag
01010	00890749001167	Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy bite	Large	10 lb bag
00029	00890749001310	Japanese Panko - Cash & Carry Packaging	Extra Large	6-24oz bags
00020	00890749001006	Japanese Panko - Crispy Bite	Extra Large	20 lb bag
00420	00890749001099	Japanese Panko - Crispy Bite	Medium	20 lb bag
00120	00890749001365	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Extra Large	20 lb bag
00110	00890749001839	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Extra Large	10 lb bag
00122	00890749001686	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Large	20 lb bag
00124	00890749001655	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Medium	20 lb bag
00130	00890749001921	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Fine	30 lb bag
00135	00890749001853	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko	Fine	35 lb bag
00120T	00890749001716	ALL NATURAL Japanese Panko - TOASTED BROWN	Extra Large	20 lb bag
01005	00890749001143	NAMA Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy	Large	4-5 lb bags
01932	00890749001637	NAMA Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy	2X Large	8-4 lb bags
01916	00890749001266	NAMA Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy	3X Large	4-4 lb bags
01925	00890749001662	NAMA Japanese Panko - Tender & Crispy	2X Large	25 lb case
02025	00890749001969	Whole Wheat Panko (27 gram whole grain per serving)	Large	25 lb bag
03510	00890749001334	Caribbean Coconut Panko	Large	10 lb Bag
03310	00890749001600	Italian-Style Seasoned Panko	Medium	10 lb Bag
05025	00890749001136	Panko Breadcrumbs (Crunchy bite)	Medium	25 lb bag

Multiple Grind Sizes, Endless Uses

Multiple Panko Grind Sizes, Endless Uses

Extra Large Panko

Large Panko

Medium Panko

Fine Panko

Chefs, Owners, & Distributors

Home Chefs

Fried Panko Shrimp on Skewer

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Panko as a Breading

Panko as a Stuffing or Topping

Panko Topped Mac & Cheese

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Fried Coconut Panko Bananas

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Panko as a Dessert Topping

Panko as an Extender or Enhancer

Panko Oatmeal Cookies

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