Authentic Panko The All-Natural Choice

When does a trend stop being a trend and becomes mainstream? When a company the size of McDonald’s changes its menu to meet the demands of consumers, that’s when! It’s safe to say the demand for GMO Free, Clean Ingredients, free of preservatives and artificial colors, even in fast food is changing the food industry
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Menu Trend Alert! Katsu is Fast Becoming the New Comfort Food

Pork Tonkatsu with Nama Panko
That’s right, Katsu a long-time favorite comfort food in Japan is making it’s way onto American Menus – Katsu is fast becoming a star. Nancy Kruse, a highly regarded menu trend analyst and President of the Kruse Company, recently published an interesting article “Katsu Crosses Over”, citing the success and many applications restaurants are using
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Defining The Subtle Differences of Crispy & Crunchy for Better Food Textures

Professional chefs know the flavor experience is all about achieving the prefect combination of taste and texture. Achieving the precise balance isn’t always easy, nor is it easy to know exactly which element went wrong and why. However, we do know when texture and taste align, its pure perfection! Obtaining the perfect combination of taste
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The Craving For Fried Foods Is Still Popular -Take Advantage To Increase Sales

Perfecting with Panko
Amidst the healthy food trends for organic, GMO free and all natural foods the craving for fried foods are still a favorite treat for many consumers. Why is it that we enjoy fried foods so much? Besides the obvious (it’s amazing,) fried food stimulates so many different senses all at the same time. From the
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Elevate Classic Menu Items with Italian Seasoned Panko

Italian Seasoned Panko
Elevate your favorite menu items with Upper Crust Enterprises Italian Seasoned Panko. A perfect blend of Authentic Panko and premium Italian-style spices, with just a touch of spicy heat. Replace your standard breadcrumbs with our specialty blend of Italian Seasoned Panko and create a taste and texture combination sure to impress even the most discerning
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Transforming Ordinary to Extraordinary – Authentic Panko

Competitive Panko comparison
Looking to shake things up in your professional kitchen this summer? We have just the right ingredient! Authentic Panko – that’s right, Authentic Panko.  You might think all Panko is the same because every brand you’ve tried was round with a hard firm texture.  But it is not. This mighty little Authentic Panko crumb can
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National Fried Chicken Day is July 6th

Tempura Chicken Strips
Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day by adding a tastier and healthier fried chicken to your menu! Are  your customers looking for healthy alternatives to traditional deep fried chicken, but still want the crispy texture and the beautiful deep golden color that makes fried chicken so good? We have the solution for you!  Use Upper Crust
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The Nitty Gritty on Authentic Panko

Panko - Authentic
Quite possibly one of the most overlooked ingredients in the professional kitchen is also one of the most versatile. Can you guess what it is? It’s Panko! A tiny little breadcrumb that packs a tasty punch. The uses are endless, from American classics like Mac-n-Cheese to Italian comfort food and yes, even desserts. For the
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Authentic Japanese Panko. Always Crispy – Never Hard

Pork Tonkatsu with Nama Panko
There are so many descriptive words used to describe Panko, one of our favorites is from Alex Delany, “little, crispy, airy, Japanese miracles”, which is spot on! Characteristics of Authentic Japanese Panko are very simple;  light and lacey sliver shaped crumbs,  adding a light and crispy texture, without an “overly oily” taste – a pure
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Not your Standard Fish Taco – Tempura Fish Tacos

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and if you haven’t had time to think about creating a new menu item for your restaurant don’t worry, we’ve got it! Consider changing out the same old Fish Taco recipe and create something unique by using an Authentic Extra Crispy Tempura batter mix as your base
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Upper Crust Enterprises, Inc.

Not all Japanese Panko Bread Crumbs are created equal! Using an authentic Panko will make a noticeable difference in your final menu item.

For over 40 years, Upper Crust Enterprises has been a leader in providing truly Authentic Gourmet Japanese Bread Crumbs to restaurants all over the world.

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(213) 542-2412

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Los Angeles, CA 90012
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