From the Kalmes Kitchen

5 lb bag of Superb Blend spiced coater breading mix
Crispy Breading Mix for Chicken, Fish, Pork & Tenderloins
Make crisp, crowd-pleasing chicken, fish, pork, tenderloins, and vegetables with one versatile seasoned coating. See cooking tips and shop the 5 lb mix. Read more...
5 lb bag of Superb Blend Crispy Breading Mix for crispy restaurant-style fried chicken
Crispy Restaurant-Style Fried Chicken with Superb Blend®
Make crispy restaurant-style fried chicken with Superb Blend® Crispy Breading Mix. Get practical coating and cooking tips, then shop the convenient 5 lb size. Read more...
Best Steak Seasoning & Tenderizer | Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 - Kalmes Foods Co
Best Steak Seasoning & Tenderizer | Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1
Learn how to season and tenderize steak in one step, then choose Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 in a 5.5 oz retail bottle or 32 oz professional size. Read more...
How to Get a Crispy Breading That Actually Sticks - Kalmes Foods Co
How to Get a Crispy Breading That Actually Sticks
Breading that slides off is almost always a technique problem, not a recipe problem. Learn the five most common mistakes and the step-by-step process for a crispy crust that actually... Read more...
Grilled kebab baskets with seasoned meat and vegetables
Grilled Steak or Chicken Kebab Baskets with Kalmes
Make grilled steak or chicken kebab baskets with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 seasoning. Separate the meat and vegetables, then cook each to the right doneness. Read more...
Smash burger with browned beef patty and cheese
Ultimate Kalmes Smash Burger Seasoning: 2-in-1 Recipe
Make crispy smash burgers with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 seasoning. Get a browned crust with a hot skillet, and cook ground beef to 160°F. Read more...
Top Techniques for Perfect Ribeye Seasoning
Mastering Ribeye Seasoning: Top Techniques for Perfect Pan-Searing
Pan-sear ribeye with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 for a savory crust. Includes skillet tips and thermometer guidance; allow about 55 minutes including prep. Read more...
Crispy French Fries Recipe: Kalmes Seasoning Twist - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Breaded French Fries with Kalmes Seasoning
Give homemade French fries a crisp, seasoned coating with Superb Blend breading, then finish with a light sprinkle of Kalmes Famous seasoning. Includes potato prep, frying tips, and serving ideas. Read more...
The Ultimate BBQ Guide: Smoking, Rubs, and Midwest Flavor with Kalmes Seasonings - Kalmes Foods Co
Midwest BBQ Guide: Smoking, Rubs & Kalmes Flavor
Build your backyard BBQ plan with practical smoking tips, seasoning guidance, wood-pairing ideas, and simple sides. Learn the different roles of Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer and... Read more...
Midwest-Style Fried Chicken Breading Mix - Kalmes Foods Co
Mastering Crispy Midwest Fried Chicken
Get shatteringly crispy fried chicken at home using Kalmes SUPERB BLEND Spiced Coater Breading Mix. No extra seasoning needed — just dredge, dip, coat, and fry. Works in a deep... Read more...
Kalmes ribeye steak sandwich with caramelized peppers, onions, and melted provolone on a toasted hoagie roll
Ribeye Steak Sandwich with Peppers and Provolone
Build a ribeye steak sandwich with sautéed peppers, onions, and melted provolone. Season with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 and allow time for the steak to rest. Read more...
Delicious Prime Rib Recipe with Kalmes Seasoning - Kalmes Foods Co
Prime Rib Roast with Kalmes Famous® Seasoning
Make prime rib the centerpiece of your next family gathering with Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Follow oven-roasting steps, temperature checks, and resting... Read more...
Delicious Filet Mignon Recipe with Kalmes Seasoning
Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Garlic Herb Butter
Make a steakhouse-style dinner for two with pan-seared filet mignon, garlic herb butter, and Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer. Includes skillet instructions and an optional oven finish. Read more...
Seasoned chicken breast ready for cooking with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1
Juicy Chicken Breast: 3 Ways to Cook with Kalmes 2-in-1
Cook juicy chicken breast three ways: grill, pan-sear, or bake. Use Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 for flavor, and check the thickest part for 165°F. Read more...
Kalmes Famous steak seasoning and meat tenderizer bottle in front of steaks on a grill.
Boost Your Steak Flavor with Kalmes' Grilling Magic
Learn how to season steak for the grill with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1, including resting, doneness, and slicing tips for different cuts. Read more...
Iowa-style breaded pork cutlet sandwich on a bun
Iowa-Style Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich Recipe
Make an Iowa-style breaded pork sandwich with thin, crisp pork cutlets seasoned with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1. Includes frying and safe-rest tips. Read more...
Top Summer BBQ Recipes Seasoned with Kalmes - Kalmes Foods Co
3 Summer Grilling Recipes with Kalmes Famous® Seasoning
Plan a backyard cookout with three Kalmes Foods favorites: grilled ribeye, lemon chicken thighs, and pork chops. Get practical seasoning tips, two-zone grilling guidance, and temperature checks for each cut. Read more...
Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 seasoning bottle beside ribeye steaks
How to Use Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Beyond Steak
Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 seasons more than steak. Get practical ideas for pork, chicken, burgers, seafood, potatoes, and vegetables. Read more...
Crispy fried shrimp coated in Kalmes SUPERB BLEND Breading Mix - Kalmes Foods Co
Gourmet Shrimp Breading Mix: Crispy Recipe Upgrade
Light, crispy, and deeply seasoned — Kalmes Crispy Fried Shrimp uses our 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer and SUPERB BLEND Breading Mix for a restaurant-quality shrimp basket at home. Read more...
Fall-Off-the-Bone BBQ Baby Back Ribs with Kalmes Famous Seasoning - Kalmes Foods Co
BBQ Baby Back Ribs Recipe: Oven-Baked, Grill-Finished
Make tender BBQ baby back ribs with a savory Kalmes Famous rub, a low-and-slow oven bake, and a saucy grill finish. Includes step-by-step instructions and an oven-only finishing option. Read more...
Steak seasoned with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning and Meat Tenderizer
How to Choose Steak Seasoning: Rubs vs. Tenderizers
Choosing steak seasoning? Learn how to match a blend to your steak cut and cooking method, understand steak rubs versus meat tenderizers, and choose between Kalmes Famous 5.5 oz and... Read more...
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Recipe - Gourmet Flavor, No Deep Frying Needed - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken with Seasoned Breading
Make golden, crispy oven-baked chicken without deep frying. This recipe pairs a refrigerated buttermilk soak with Superb Blend breading, Kalmes Famous seasoning, and a wire-rack baking method. Read more...
The Kalmes Method: How to Cook the Perfect Ribeye or New York Strip - Kalmes Foods Co
The Kalmes Method: Ribeye & New York Strip Steak
Bring Kalmes family flavor to ribeye or New York strip with Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer. Follow straightforward seasoning, cast-iron cooking, and resting tips rooted in our... Read more...
5 Practical Tips for Better Steak at Home - Kalmes Foods Co
5 Practical Tips for Better Steak at Home
Improve steak at home with five practical tips: dry the surface, season evenly, manage heat, check doneness, and slice the right way. Read more...
Crispy breaded chicken with golden coating
Prevent Soggy Chicken: How to Keep Your Breaded Chicken Crispy
Keep breaded chicken crispy by drying it before coating, leaving room to cook, checking for 165°F doneness, and cooling it on a rack. Read more...
How to Tenderize Tough Steak at Home (The Right Way) - Kalmes Foods Co
How to Tenderize Tough Steak at Home (The Right Way)
A practical guide to chewy steak: choose the right cut and cooking method, avoid overcooking, slice across the grain, and follow the Kalmes 2-in-1 bottle directions. Read more...
Crispy Fried Chicken with Golden Dipt Breading | Kalmes Foods - Kalmes Foods Co
Golden Dipt Breading Mix: Kalmes Foods Seasoning for Crispy Chicken
Make restaurant-quality crispy fried chicken at home with Golden Dipt Breading and Kalmes 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer. Perfect golden crust every time—carried by Kalmes Foods, rooted in five generations of... Read more...
The Secret to Juicy Iowa Pork Chops: 70+ Years of Midwest Tradition - Kalmes Foods Co
Juicy Iowa Pork Chops with Kalmes Famous® Seasoning
Bring Iowa family flavor to your table with Kalmes Famous® 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer. Learn practical tips for choosing pork chops, searing, checking doneness, and resting before serving,... Read more...
Ultimate Catfish Breading Guide: Crispy Recipe for Electric Griddles - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Griddle Catfish with Superb Blend® Breading
Make breaded catfish on a flat-top or electric griddle with Superb Blend® Seasoned Breading Mix. Follow practical tips for coating the fish, managing surface heat, and checking doneness without a... Read more...
Quick Rib Seasoning for Instant Flavor: Weeknight BBQ Hacks - Kalmes Foods Co
Weeknight Rib Seasoning: Easy Oven-to-Grill Ribs
Make flavorful baby back ribs with a quick seasoning prep, a low oven bake, and a caramelized BBQ finish. Allow about 2 hours for tender ribs. Read more...
Side-by-side comparison of enzymatic meat tenderizer seasoning versus mechanical meat mallet for tenderizing steak
Enzymatic Tenderizer vs. Meat Mallet: When to Use Each
Meat mallets even out a cut, while papain-based seasoning works where it contacts the meat. Learn when to use each method without over-tenderizing. Read more...
Ultimate Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe for Perfect Home Cooking - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Fried Chicken with Superb Blend® Breading
Bring Kalmes family flavor to your kitchen with buttermilk-marinated fried chicken, Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer, and Superb Blend® Seasoned Breading Mix. Follow the steps for coating,... Read more...
Ultimate Pork Sandwich - Authentic Midwest Recipe - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Pork Tenderloin Sandwich: A Midwest Classic
Make a Midwest classic at home: thin-pounded pork tenderloin coated in Superb Blend® Seasoned Breading Mix, skillet-fried, and served on a toasted bun with pickles, onion, and your favorite toppings. Read more...
Crispy oven-baked chicken wings for game day
Ultimate Game Day Snack: Crispy Chicken Wings
Make crispy oven-baked chicken wings with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 seasoning and SUPERB BLEND breading. Includes step-by-step timing and a 165°F doneness check. Read more...
Ultimate Ribeye Steak Recipe with Kalmes Seasoning - Kalmes Foods Co
Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe with Kalmes Seasoning
Make grilled ribeye steaks with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer and an optional butter finish. Includes label-directed seasoning, grill setup, and thermometer-based cooking guidance. Read more...
Crispy beer battered fish fried with Superb Blend Breading Mix
Best Fish Fry Recipe - Crispy Beer Battered Fish with SUPERB BLEND
Host the ultimate Friday fish fry with crispy beer battered fish made with SUPERB BLEND Breading Mix and Kalmes 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer—a family tradition rooted in five generations of... Read more...
Mouthwatering Grilled Chicken Breast with Kalmes Seasoning Recipe - Kalmes Foods Co
Grilled Chicken Breast with Kalmes Seasoning
A simple grilled chicken breast recipe with olive oil and Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer. Includes even-thickness prep, thermometer-based cooking guidance, and easy serving ideas. Read more...
Tasty Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe for Family Meals - Kalmes Foods Co
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Tenders with Superb Blend®
Make family dinner simple with oven-baked chicken tenders coated in Superb Blend® Seasoned Breading Mix. This recipe includes a buttermilk marinade, step-by-step baking instructions, and tips for a golden coating... Read more...
Bone-in pork chops cooking on a grill
Crispy Fried Pork Chops with SUPERB BLEND Breading
Make golden, crispy fried pork chops with SUPERB BLEND breading and Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Meat Tenderizer. Includes skillet instructions, breading tips, and comforting side-dish ideas. Read more...
How to Season Ribeye Before Grilling with Kalmes - Kalmes Foods Co
How to Season Ribeye Before Grilling with Kalmes
Learn how to season ribeye before grilling with Kalmes Famous 2-in-1. Includes practical resting guidance, grill tips, and thermometer advice. Read more...
Ultimate Crispy Fish Breading Mix - Kalmes Foods Co
Best Fish Breading: Crispy Coating Recipe
Make perfectly crispy pan-fried fish at home with SUPERB BLEND Coating Mix. A golden, crunchy coating rooted in five generations of Kalmes family tradition from St. Donatus, Iowa—restaurant-quality results in... Read more...