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Keto Bread Crumbs (almond flour)

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I always keep keto bread crumbs on hand for air frying, pan-frying and baking the best low carb recipes. The low carb breadcrumbs are so versatile and work with lots of foods, including seafood, chicken, beef and vegetables. Make this simple recipe in 5 minutes or less, with or without pork rinds.

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Table of Contents

  • Are breadcrumbs keto?
  • ingredients
  • how to make keto breadcrumbs
  • leftovers
  • add-ins
  • how to use the breadcrumbs for frying
  • FAQ
    • How many carbs are in this recipe?
    • Can I use other types of cheese for this recipe?
    • Can I make keto breading without pork rinds?
    • Can I substitute the Italian seasoning?
  • Keto Breadcrumbs
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes
    • Nutrition

Are breadcrumbs keto?

Traditional panko, or breadcrumbs, are not keto friendly. They typically have 20-25 grams per serving. However, these keto Italian breadcrumbs are actually bread-less.

These breadless breadcrumbs contain almond flour and parmesan cheese as the base.

ingredients for keto bread crumbs on a marbled surface
easy to make in under 5 minutes

ingredients

Pork rinds are completely optional. I typically only add in a few for extra crunch, as I am not a huge fan of them. I used the following ingredients for this recipe:

  • almond flour
  • parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper
  • original pork rinds (optional)
  • Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes

As long as you have parmesan and almond flour as your base, you can customize these almond flour bread crumbs as needed.

adding dry bread crumb ingredients to a bowl
simple ingredients

how to make keto breadcrumbs

Looking for a bread crumb replacement for your favorite low carb recipes?

Simply add all ingredients to a bowl and stir with a fork! If you’re using pork rinds, place in a zippered bag and mash them up first.

crumbs in a labeled zippered bag
I always keep a bag on hand for air frying or pan frying

leftovers

Since we’re using freshly grated parmesan cheese, we’ll need to store them in the refrigerator to keep. They may also be frozen for up to 6 months in a zippered container.

Place in an air-tight container or zippered bag and store for up to two weeks as needed.

pepper added to bread crumb mixture
easy prep

add-ins

One of the great things about this recipe is that it’s a fully customizable alternative to regular panko bread crumbs.

If you like a spicy foods, add in some Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.

Or, season this bread crumb mixture by adding lemon pepper or extra Italian seasoning.

making a batter
simple batter for any kind of frying

how to use the breadcrumbs for frying

I’ve used this bread crumb substitute for frying everything from air fryer calamari to zucchini parmesan chips.

To make a batter for frying, you’ll need:

  • keto bread crumbs
  • egg batter (add 2 eggs with 1/3 c. heavy whipping cream or half and half)
  1. Simply dredge pieces of meat/veggie in the dairy batter
  2. then add on the crumbs (I recommend using tongs)
zucchini crisp in dipping sauce
the perfect batter for crunchy veggies

FAQ

How many carbs are in this recipe?

  • There’s 3 g. net carbs (total carbs minus fiber) for these bread crumbs, making them ideal for the keto lifestyle

Can I use other types of cheese for this recipe?

Freshly grated parmesan or dried, aged parmesan works best. You may also use any other hard cheeses, like Pecorino Romano.

storing bread crumbs in a zippered bag
easy to store ahead of time

Can I make keto breading without pork rinds?

Absolutely, mix and match this recipe to your taste preferences!

Can I substitute the Italian seasoning?

Sure, I recommend lemon pepper, cajun, steak or poultry seasonings as an alternative.

keto parmesan almond flour bread crumbs in a bowl

Keto Breadcrumbs

Keep these keto bread crumbs on hand for pan-frying, air frying and baking. A delicious breading for seafood, meat, chicken, veggies and more!
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Course: batter, seasoning, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 208kcal
Author: Amber @ Low Carb Quick

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup almond flour finely ground
  • ⅔ cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • ½ tsp salt to taste
  • ½ tsp pepper to taste
  • ½ cup pork rinds crushed, optional
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning optional

Instructions

  • Add parmesan, almond flour, salt and pepper to a bowl.
  • Add in other optional ingredients. Stir with a fork.
  • Store in an air-tight container for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Notes

Recipe Notes:
Freeze ahead large batches in an air-tight zippered bag for up to 6 months.
 
For frying/air frying/ baking use:
To make a batter for frying, you’ll need
1.) keto bread crumbs and 2.) egg batter. To make the egg batter, add 2 eggs with 1/3 c. heavy whipping cream or half and half.
Simply dredge pieces of meat/veggie in the dairy batter, then the crumbs.
I recommend using tongs, as to not get clumpy hands in the process.

Nutrition

Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 631mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 265mg | Iron: 2mg

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