Panko is a type of breadcrumb used in Japanese cuisine, made from cooked bread. It is used for fried foods such as breaded pork (tonkatsu) or tempura. The flakes in the breadcrumbs are larger, crispier, lighter, and retain less oil than European breadcrumbs.
Okawa Foodswas established in 1946 in the city of Numazu, Shizuoka. It’s surrounded by an idyllic landscape, including Mount Fuji to the north, Suruga Bay to the south, and the beautiful view from the city’s Senbon Matsubara viewpoint. Its philosophy can be summed up in one phrase: "The joys of the table." Okawa Foods strives to offer healthy and delicious products. The company’s flagship product, panko breadcrumbs, are both crispy and tender while absorbing very little oil for lighter fried foods.
