Predusted With Enriched Bleached Wheat And Durum Flours

This is a coating for fried foods, made from wheat flour, durum wheat flour, and sometimes other ingredients like leavening agents and salt. The flours are "enriched" with added vitamins and iron, and "bleached" to make them whiter and finer. The "predusted" term means it's the first layer of coating applied to the food before other batters or breadings.

Manufacturers use this flour mixture to create a crispy crust on fried foods like chicken tenders, fish fillets, and vegetable fritters. It helps the final breading adhere better and contributes to a desirable texture and appearance. It is commonly found in frozen or refrigerated prepared meals and deli items.

Enriched bleached wheat and durum flours are standard food ingredients. The FDA considers wheat flour to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). While the refining process removes some nutrients, enrichment adds back iron and B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid). Whole grains are generally recommended in dietary guidelines for their fiber and nutrient content. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated wheat and its components. There are no widespread controversies regarding the consumption of wheat flour at typical levels.