Baking Ingredient | Vegetarian

Saltine Crumb

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat, Soy
Saltine Crumb

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat Flour

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Saltine Crumb ?

Crushed pieces of saltine crackers, typically unsalted or lightly salted, used as a binder, coating, or topping.

"The humble crunch hero for savory bakes."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Saltine Crumb ?

Salty, subtly buttery, mild, crisp texture

Taste
Salty, Mildly Savory, Starchy
Texture
Crumbly, Gritty, Crisp
Aroma
Toasted, Bready
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Primary Use

Binders for meatballs/meatloaf, crunchy topping for casseroles, breading for fried foods.

Storage Tip

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry pantry for up to 2-3 months.

Texture Contribution

Their dry, flaky nature creates a lighter binder than breadcrumbs, preventing density.

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 0.25 cup (30g)
Calories410 kcal
Total Fat9 g
Saturated Fat1.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein9 g
Total Carbohydrate70 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium100 mg

Le secret du chef

For a crispier topping, toss saltine crumbs with a little melted butter and toast lightly before sprinkling over casseroles or gratins.

Substituts & Proportions pour Saltine Crumb

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Saltine Crumb est Breadcrumbs (Plain), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Excellent for binding, coating, or topping; similar texture, less salty.

Substituts pour Saltine Crumb avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Breadcrumbs (Plain) Meilleur 1:1 Excellent for binding, coating, or topping; similar texture, less salty.
Panko Breadcrumbs 1:1 Provides a lighter, crispier coating than regular breadcrumbs.
Crushed Cornflakes 1:1 Good for crunchy coatings, less absorbent and slightly sweet.
Crushed Pretzels 1:1 Adds a distinct salty, malty flavor and crunchy texture, good for savory dishes.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Saltine Crumb

  1. Ensure crumbs are finely ground for even coating or binding.
  2. Avoid pre-seasoned if you want control over flavor.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Saltine Crumb ?

  • Meatloaf
  • Crumb Topping
  • Fried Chicken
  • Fish
  • Casseroles

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Saltine Crumb ?

Salty, subtly buttery, mild, crisp texture Toasted, Bready

Quel est un bon substitut pour Saltine Crumb ?

Le meilleur substitut est Breadcrumbs (Plain) (1:1). Excellent for binding, coating, or topping; similar texture, less salty.

Comment choisir et conserver le Saltine Crumb ?

Ensure crumbs are finely ground for even coating or binding. Avoid pre-seasoned if you want control over flavor.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Saltine Crumb

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