crumbs bread substitutes

4 substitutes · avg score 4.2 · Dried, ground wheat bread used as a coating for fried foods, binder for meatballs and meatloaf, or topping for casseroles. Available plain, seasoned, or panko-style.

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01

All-Purpose Flour

6.7
1 cup : 1 1/2 cup

Use flour for breading; won't give same crunchy crust as breadcrumbs, works for binding meatloaf

02

Rolled Oats

5.0
2/3 cup : 1/4 cup

Pulse oats coarsely; softer coating than breadcrumbs, works for meatloaf and casserole toppings

03

Oat Flour

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Pulse oats in blender; gives softer, slightly sweet coating for chicken or fish

04

Parmesan

0.0
1 cup : 3/4 cup

Grated parmesan; adds salty crust to chicken or fish, mix with flour for breading

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