Herb-and-Garlic Rye Breadcrumbs
Homemade breadcrumbs made from rye bread, infused with fresh herbs and garlic, then toasted in butter and olive oil until golden brown. Perfect for adding flavor and crunch to any dish.
Ingredients
- •½ loaf rye bread
- •¼ cup olive oil
- •4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •4 sprigs rosemary
- •4 sprigs thyme
- •4 cloves garlic
- •1 pinch Kosher salt
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Spread out bread pieces on a rimmed baking sheet and let sit at room temperature until dried out, 1-2 days.
2880 min
- 2.
Place bread in a large resealable plastic bag and seal. Place in another bag, seal, and wrap in a kitchen towel. Using a rolling pin or meat pounder, smash to fine irregular crumbs.
10 min
- 3.
Heat oil and butter in a medium skillet over medium until butter begins to foam. Add rosemary, thyme, and garlic; cook, tossing, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup breadcrumbs and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to paper towels and let drain. Remove herbs and garlic; season with salt. Let cool.
15 min
- 4.
Breadcrumbs can be dried out and crushed 1 month ahead. Freeze airtight.
