Panko is the Japanese breadcrumb that has won over kitchens the world over, and its secret lies in how it is made. Produced from crustless white bread, panko breadcrumbs form large, light, flaky shards rather than the fine, dense crumbs of the Western style, and it is this airy structure that gives them their unmistakable crunch.

Used as a coating, panko fries up exceptionally light, crisp and golden, with a delicate, shattering texture that stays crisp far longer than ordinary breadcrumbs. It also absorbs less oil, giving a cleaner, less greasy result, one more reason chefs reach for it whenever a crumb coating is called for.

Its classic uses are the great fried dishes of Japan, from tonkatsu and chicken katsu to korokke croquettes and ebi fry crumbed prawns, as well as cutlets and fish of every kind. Beyond frying it makes a wonderfully crisp topping for gratins, baked dishes and stuffed vegetables, and a light binder for meatballs and burgers. Supplied in 1kg bags, ten to a case.

Why choose Sea House Panko Breadcrumbs?

• A superior crunch. Large, airy flakes from crustless white bread for an exceptionally crisp coating.
• Stays crisp longer. Holds its crunch far better than ordinary fine breadcrumbs.
• Less oily. Absorbs less oil for a cleaner, lighter fried result.
• Endlessly useful. For tonkatsu, katsu, korokke, prawns, fish, gratins and binding.
• Practical format. Supplied in 1kg bags, ten to a case.