Homemade Panko Japanese Bread Crumbs

I was cooking with a japanese friend, and she told me how easy it is to make your own panko. i can't believe i've been buying it all this time :-)

Carefully trim only the brown crust from fresh white bread.

Lay out on the counter for 1-2 hours.

Some people have had to leave their bread out to dry for much longer , even up to 12 hours , depending on the type of bread used.

When it is dried out , crumble gently using your fingers.

Use as desired.

white bread