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

O Que É 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."

Qual o Sabor de 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.

Informação Nutricional

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

Segredo do Chef

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

Substitutos e Proporções de Saltine Crumb

O melhor substituto para Saltine Crumb é Breadcrumbs (Plain), usado na proporção de 1:1. Excellent for binding, coating, or topping; similar texture, less salty.

Substitutos para Saltine Crumb com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Breadcrumbs (Plain) Melhor 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.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Saltine Crumb

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

O Que Combina Bem Com Saltine Crumb?

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

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Saltine Crumb?

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

Qual é um bom substituto para Saltine Crumb?

O melhor substituto é Breadcrumbs (Plain) (1:1). Excellent for binding, coating, or topping; similar texture, less salty.

Como escolher e armazenar Saltine Crumb?

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

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