Artificial Flavors Free Cassava & Coconut Panko-Style Breadcrumbs
Most store-bought breadcrumbs are loaded with additives, preservatives, and synthetic flavor enhancers you'd rather not think about — which makes this homemade alternative genuinely exciting. Built from unsweetened shredded coconut, cassava flour, and tapioca starch, these crumbs come together with nothing but real, recognizable pantry staples. A drizzle of melted coconut oil helps everything clump and toast into that satisfying panko-like texture, while optional garlic powder and dried oregano add a savory depth that's completely natural. The oven does most of the work in under ten minutes, so you're not far from a golden, crispy coating that smells incredible as it bakes. They crisp up even further as they cool, giving you that perfect crunch whether you're breading chicken, topping a casserole, or finishing a baked pasta. Keep a jar on hand and you'll wonder how you ever went back to the boxed stuff.
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6 servings
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup cassava flour
- 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, cassava flour, tapioca starch, salt, and garlic powder and dried oregano, if using. Drizzle in the melted coconut oil and toss until the mixture is evenly coated and slightly clumped.
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