Golden, buttery, crunchy panko breadcrumbs that add instant flavour and texture. Crispy Panko Breadcrumb Topping is ready in minutes, endlessly versatile and meal-prep friendly.
Prep Time2 minutesmins
Cook Time3 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Ingredients
1tspolive oil
1tbspunsalted butter
30gpanko breadcrumbs (see note 1 for other breadcrumb types)
¼tspsea salt flakes
1tbspfreshly grated parmesan
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium–low heat. Add the panko and the salt and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until golden and crisp.
Remove from the heat and stir through the parmesan. Set aside on a plate to cool before using.
Notes
Note 1 – This recipe is ideal made with panko breadcrumbs. Their odd shapes make this topping textural and delicious. However, you could also use regular breadcrumbs, gluten-free breadcrumbs or homemade breadcrumbs made from day-old bread or sourdough. However, the texture will be less crunchy.
MAKE AHEAD
Can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
LEFTOVERS
See the make ahead instructions above for storage. Re-crisp in a dry frying pan over medium–low heat for 1–2 minutes before using. Not suitable to freeze.
Nutrition Facts
Crispy Panko Breadcrumb Topping
Amount per Serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
12
mg
4
%
Sodium
232
mg
10
%
Potassium
19
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
6
g
2
%
Fiber
0.3
g
1
%
Sugar
0.5
g
1
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
133
IU
3
%
Calcium
30
mg
3
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.