Bread crumbs

Bread crumbs have a lengthy history, and it is thought that they originated in ancient Egypt. They were originally used to grind stale bread into coarse or fine crumbs in order to make it more appetising. The Egyptians would dry the bread before crushing it into crumbs to utilise as a versatile element in their cooking. Bread crumbs were employed as a covering for fried dishes to provide texture and crispiness, as well as a filler or binder in many recipes. Bread crumbs gained popularity in several culinary cultures throughout the world over time. They are now a common element in many dishes, such as meatballs, meatloaf, breaded chicken or fish, stuffings, gratins and desserts such as bread pudding or breadcrumb tops for ice cream.