What Exactly Is Panko? More Than Just Breadcrumbs
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Have you ever wondered what makes panko so light, crispy, and crunchy compared with ordinary breadcrumbs? In this episode of History of Simple Things, we explore what panko actually is, how it is made, and why its large, airy flakes create such a distinctive fried coating. Discover the history and cooking science behind this surprisingly simple ingredient. 00:03 What Exactly Is Panko 01:05 What the Word Panko Means 01:56 How Bread Came to Japan 02:40 The Rise of Western-Style Food in Japan 03:11 How Tonkatsu Helped Shape Panko 03:47 What Makes Panko Different 04:13 Why Panko Creates a Crispier Coating 05:05 Does Panko Absorb Less Oil 05:31 How Panko Became Popular Around the World 06:00 More Than Just Tonkatsu 06:34 Panko vs Ordinary Breadcrumbs 07:06 The Story Behind the Crunch #Panko #JapaneseFood #Breadcrumbs #FoodHistory #HistoryOfSimpleThings
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