Fresh homemade breadcrumbs

Fresh homemade breadcrumbs are an essential ingredient in many recipes, providing a crispy texture and a delicate flavor. They are made from fresh bread, preferably from the previous day, which is finely crumbled to obtain a light and airy texture, ideal for breading, coatings, gratins, and as a base for meatballs or croquettes.

Their origin dates back to European culinary tradition, where using bread that is beginning to harden is a common practice to avoid waste and enrich dishes with an appealing texture. Homemade breadcrumbs, unlike store-bought ones, offer a fresher flavor and a quality that can be customized based on the type of bread used (white, whole wheat, with seeds, etc.).

Among their properties, their ability to absorb liquids stands out, which helps improve the consistency of preparations, in addition to providing a golden and crispy finish when cooked. They are low in fat and their caloric and nutritional content can vary depending on the bread used as a base.

In different regions of Latin America, fresh homemade breadcrumbs are also known as miga de pan, pan molido, or simply pan rallado, always maintaining their function and versatility in the kitchen.