Panko is stocked in most UK supermarkets in the world food or breadcrumb aisle, and is widely available online through major retailers and Japanese or Asian grocers. Look for brands such as Yutaka or a supermarket own-brand version.
Where to look in the supermarket
- The world food aisle, often next to other Japanese ingredients.
- The baking or breadcrumb section, since some supermarkets shelve panko alongside standard breadcrumbs.
- Larger supermarkets are more likely to stock it than small local branches.
What makes panko different
Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb made from crustless bread, giving it a lighter, flakier texture than standard dried breadcrumbs. This is what makes fried food coated in panko so much crispier.
