Fried Bread Crumb Topping for Vegetables
Transform your vegetables into a show-stopping side dish with this golden, crispy Fried Bread Crumb Topping. Prepared in just 15 minutes, this savory blend of buttery breadcrumbs, garlic, fresh parsley, and tangy Parmesan cheese is elevated with a hint of zesty lemon and a touch of salt and pepper. Pan-fried to perfection, this irresistible topping is the ultimate way to add crunch, flavor, and elegance to roasted, steamed, or sautéed vegetables. Whether you're dressing up a weeknight meal or impressing dinner guests, this easy recipe will take your veggie game to the next level. Enjoy as a versatile garnish that brings bold flavor and satisfying texture to every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to bubble slightly.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated with the butter and oil mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the breadcrumbs turn golden brown and crispy.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Let the bread crumb topping cool for a few minutes before serving. It will continue to crisp up slightly as it cools.
Sprinkle the fried bread crumb topping over your favorite steamed, roasted, or sautéed vegetables for added flavor and crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 366 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
