Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Air FryermediumCleanup score 3 of 5
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Panko: what it is, how to pick and store it
Japanese-style breadcrumbs: big, airy flakes that stay crunchier than fine dry breadcrumbs, for breading and toppings.
How to pick it
Plain panko, seasoned yourself. Fine dry breadcrumbs work but come out denser.
How to store it
Airtight in a cool, dry cupboard.
Out of panko? What to use instead
- Panko and dry breadcrumbs: The same amount, either way. Panko is lighter and crunchier; fine crumbs make a denser, more even coating and a firmer binder.
- Crushed crackers or cornflakes: The same amount. Crackers are saltier (cut other salt); cornflakes are extra crunchy and slightly sweet.
- Rolled or quick oats: The same amount. A moist, tender binder; they don't crisp like crumbs.
- Gluten-free panko or crushed rice cereal: The same amount. Crisp and light; rice cereal browns fast, so watch the oven.
Recipes with panko (15)
Chicken Katsu
Air-Fryer Chicken Katsu
Air FryereasyCleanup score 2 of 5
Baked Cod
Baked Cod with Lemon Herb Crumbs
Lemon Herb CrumbeasyCleanup score 4 of 5
Mac and Cheese
Baked Mac and Cheese with Crispy Topping
Baked with Crumb ToppingmediumCleanup score 2 of 5
Meatballs
Baked Turkey Meatballs
Baked TurkeyeasyCleanup score 4 of 5
Meatballs
Classic Baked Beef and Pork Meatballs
Classic Beef and PorkeasyCleanup score 3 of 5
Chicken Parmesan
Crispy Chicken Parmesan
ClassicmediumCleanup score 3 of 5
Fish Tacos
Crispy Oven-Baked Fish Tacos
Crispy Oven-BakedeasyCleanup score 3 of 5
Pork Tenderloin
Herb-Crusted Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Herb-CrustedeasyCleanup score 4 of 5
Eggplant Parmesan
Oven-Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Oven-BakedmediumCleanup score 3 of 5
Chicken Katsu
Pan-Fried Chicken Katsu
Pan-FriedmediumCleanup score 2 of 5
Salisbury Steak
Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Onion Gravy
Mushroom Onion GravyeasyCleanup score 3 of 5
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