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    Low Carb Breadcrumbs Recipe

    by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: May 12, 2022 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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    I often use a lot of breadcrumbs in my recipes and I wanted to be more inclusive and develop a Low Carb Breadcrumb Recipe that did not include pork rind crumbs. Going forward these will be the breadcrumbs I use in my recipes and I will also add this recipe as a substitute to my past recipes. The low carb breadcrumbs are only 12g net carbs for 3 cups of breadcrumbs!

    low carb breadcrumbs in a bowl next to mason jar this recipe
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    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Recipes that can use these breadcrumbs
    • Low Carb Breadcrumb Recipe

    Ingredient Notes

    • Cauliflower: I used thawed frozen cauliflower rice to give it more texture instead of using almond flour. The cauliflower is dehydrated in the oven before adding it to the mixture.
    • Almond flour: ground blanched almonds were used for this recipe which gives it a slightly nutty flavour plus it's low carb and gluten free.
    • Eggs: were used to bind the ingredients together
    • Seasonings: oregano, thyme and rosemary were added to make these a seasoned breadcrumb however, you may omit these if you want a plain breadcrumb.
    breadcrumbs in a bowl next to a mason jar with crumbs

    Step by step instructions

    STEP 1: Preheat oven to 325 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Layer two cups of cauliflower rice onto the baking sheet and spread out evenly. Bake for 1.5 hours.

    cauliflower rice on a baking sheet

    STEP 2: Allow cauliflower rice to cool and then add to a large bowl

    Adding baked cauliflower rice to a large bowl

    STEP 3: In the same large bowl add remaining ingredients and mix with fork and then use your hands to form a ball.

    Mixing ingredients in large bowl

    STEP 4: Form two balls from the mixture

    holding two balls of the mixture

    STEP 5: Roll out each ball onto a parchment lined baking sheet, using parchment paper on top of the dough to help roll it out.

    Rolled out dough mixture on a baking sheet

    STEP 6: Bake both sheets for 350 F for 10 minutes, allow to cool completely.

    Baked dough mixture out of the oven

    STEP 7: Crumble into small pieces and blend in blender or use food processor. Pulse until desired consistency. You may need a coarse crumb or a finer crumb, depending on what you are using them for.

    adding to blender

    STEP 8: place your breadcrumbs in a bowl if using right away, otherwise place in airtight container and store in the fridge.

    bowl full of low carb breadcrumb

    Recipe tips and serving suggestions

    Can I use this low carb breadcrumbs recipe to bread vegetables?

    Yes, I would blend until fine when breading vegetables like asparagus, zucchini and green beans.

    How coarse should I grind my breadcrumbs?

    If you plan to use the breadcrumbs for a variety of recipes you should grind coarse and use as needed. If you need a finer grind, measure out how much you need and grind again when needed.

    What else can I use these breadcrumbs for?

    You can use the coarse breadcrumbs without the seasonings for a cheesecake crust. You can also use them to crust things like mozzarella sticks, cauliflower, chicken or pork, on top of cauli mac and cheese, a keto caramel crumble.

    Are these breadcrumbs crispy?

    For a crispier crust you can toast these crumbs in a frying pan with a little bit of butter until they are crispy.

    low carb breadcrumb in a bowl next to a mason jar with crumbs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How can I store the breadcrumbs?

    Store them in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 months.

    Can I have breadcrumbs on keto?

    You can have any breadcrumbs on keto as long as it fits into your daily macros. These breadcrumbs are low carb and will likely fit into a keto diet depending on what else you are eating.

    Are these breadcrumbs good for diabetics?

    As these breadcrumbs are made with low glycemic ingredients like cauliflower and almond flour they should be ok for diabetics. However, you should always monitor your blood sugars to see how it affects you personally.

    Are panko breadcrumbs low carb?

    Typically a cup of panko breadcrumbs contain 22g of carbohydrates. This amount may not fit into your daily macros depending on how you use the breadcrumbs and how much you consume.

    Low Carb Breadcrumb

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    low carb breadcrumbs in a bowl next to mason jar

    Low Carb Breadcrumb Recipe

    Oscar
    A low carb breadcrumb recipe that is made with cauliflower and almond flour that does not include pork rind crumbs and is inclusive.
    5 from 21 votes
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    Prep Time : 15 mins
    Cook Time : 1 hr 40 mins
    Total Time : 1 hr 55 mins
    Course : Condiment
    Cuisine : American
    Diet : Diabetic, Gluten Free
    Servings : 3 cups
    Calories : 515

    Equipment

    • baking sheets
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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups frozen cauliflower rice (thawed)
    • 2 cups almond flour
    • 2 large eggs
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano (omit if making breadcrumbs for a dessert)
    • ⅛ teaspoon dry thyme (omit if making breadcrumbs for a dessert)
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground dry rosemary (omit if making breadcrumbs for a dessert)
    • dash of salt and pepper (omit if making breadcrumbs for a dessert)
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 325 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Evenly spread two cups of cauliflower rice onto the baking sheet. Bake for 1.5 hours.
    • Allow cauliflower rice to cool and then add to a large bowl
    • In the same large bowl add remaining ingredients and mix with fork and then use your hands to form a ball. If making a sweet breadcrumb, do not add the seasonings or salt and pepper.
    • Divide the ball into half
    • Roll out each ball onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Use parchment paper on top of the dough to help roll it out.
    • Bake both for 350 °F for 10 minutes, allow to cool completely.
    • Crumble into small pieces and blend in blender or use food processor. Pulse until desired consistency. You may need a coarse crumb or a finer crumb, depending on what you are using them for.
    • Place breadcrumbs in a bowl if using right away, otherwise place in airtight container and store in the fridge.

    Notes

    Nutrition is for entire batch of breadcrumbs (3 cups)  which is 12g net carbs.
     
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    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.

    Serving: 3cups | Calories: 515kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 370mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 944mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g
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    1. Oscar Chimenti

      May 07, 2021 at 2:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love having a breadcrumb recipe that does not include pork rinds. Will use for all recipes that call for breadcrumbs.

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      • MRR

        January 11, 2022 at 1:27 am

        so basically this is saying use pork rinds... i mean thats a lot of work for bread crumbs

        Reply
        • Oscar Chimenti

          January 11, 2022 at 7:48 am

          There are many people who don’t eat pork. This gives them an alternative.

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