Breadcrumbs
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What it is
Breadcrumbs are small pieces of dried bread. They are made by toasting or baking bread until it is dry and then crumbling or grinding it into small particles. The type of bread used can vary, including white, whole wheat, or sourdough.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use breadcrumbs as a binder and texturizer in foods like meatballs, meatloaf, and patties. They are also used as a coating for fried or baked items such as chicken, fish, and vegetables, providing a crispy exterior. Breadcrumbs are commonly found in processed meats, baked goods, and casseroles.
Health notes
Breadcrumbs are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are primarily a source of carbohydrates. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various food ingredients, but specific evaluations for plain breadcrumbs are not typically highlighted as they are a basic foodstuff. Concerns about breadcrumbs usually relate to the overall nutritional profile of the food they are in, such as sodium or refined carbohydrate content.
Allergen info
Breadcrumbs are typically made from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They also contain gluten.
Products containing Breadcrumbs
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ALFEZ
Alfez, Falafel Mix
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
225kcal
15Protein
3.8Fat
40Carbs
PASTA GOURMET NEW YORK
Meat Tortellini
180kcal
7Protein
1.5Fat
33Carbs
PARLA
Pinzati Style Asiago Tortellini Pasta
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
248kcal
11.5Protein
6.2Fat
36.3Carbs
FRESH & EASY, LLC
Chicken Florentine Flatbread
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
218kcal
16.7Protein
10.3Fat
17.9Carbs
FRESH & EASY
Prosciutto & Apricot Flatbread
273kcal
10.6Protein
10.6Fat
31.8Carbs
FRESH & EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET INC
Turkey & Rice Stuffed Bell Pepper
101kcal
5.0Protein
4.0Fat
9.6Carbs
MI GARBA
Salmon-Filled Pasta
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving
197kcal
6Protein
11.3Fat
17.3Carbs
GREAT AMERICAN
Beef Meatballs With Barbecue Sauce
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
236kcal
15Protein
12.9Fat
15.7Carbs
GREAT AMERICAN
Fully Cooked Beef Patties For Salisbury Steak With Mushroom Gravy
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
236kcal
14.3Protein
16.4Fat
6.4Carbs
GREAT AMERICAN
Beef Meatloaf With Tomato Glaze
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
200kcal
14.3Protein
8.6Fat
16.4Carbs
King's Command Food, Inc.
Kings Command Foods Fully Cooked 0.5 Ounce Swedish Meatballs, 2-5 Pound Bags Of Meatballs, 2-2 Pound Sauce Packets In A 14 Pound Net Weight Master Case.
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving
223kcal
12.9Protein
15.8Fat
5.8Carbs
GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.
Progresso Italian Style Bread Crumbs
357kcal
14.3Protein
3.6Fat
64.3Carbs