Best Sellers
Best Sellers – Kalmes Famous Seasoning & Breading Mixes
Our Customers’ Favorite Picks
These are the exact products driving repeat orders in Hy-Vee, Fareway, and kitchens across the Midwest. Start here for proven results every time.
Why These Are Our Best Sellers
Every product on this page has earned its spot through one thing: repeat orders. Home cooks, Midwest restaurants, and retailers keep coming back because these formulas simply work — batch after batch, meal after meal.
🥩 The 2-in-1 Tenderizer Advantage
Most seasonings stop at flavor. Kalmes goes further — the built-in meat tenderizer breaks down tough muscle fibers so budget cuts cook like premium ones. Apply it to steak, chicken, pork, or fish, let it rest, and the result is juicy, tender, boldly flavored meat every time. Works on the grill, in the air fryer, deep fryer, pan, or oven.
Pair the seasoning with our SUPERB BLEND Crispy Breading Mix — the same coating Iowa restaurants have used for generations — and you have the complete system for restaurant-quality meals at home. Shatteringly crispy crust, even browning, stays crispy longer than any store-bought coating.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I’ve tried every seasoning at Hy-Vee. Nothing comes close to Kalmes. The tenderizer makes cheap cuts taste like steakhouse quality.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “SUPERB BLEND is the only breading I use now. Crispy every time, even in the air fryer.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Bought the starter kit for a fish fry — everyone asked where I got the seasoning. Reordered the next week.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Kalmes seasoning different from other brands?
Two things: the built-in meat tenderizer and a five-generation, restaurant-tested recipe rooted in St. Donatus, Iowa since the 1850s. Most seasonings are just salt and spices. Kalmes uses natural enzymes that physically tenderize the protein while the seasoning penetrates deep — the result is juicier, more flavorful meat with no extra steps.
How do the bundles work?
Our bundles pair the 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer with the SUPERB BLEND Breading Mix at a discounted price. Season first, bread second, cook to golden perfection. It’s the complete system — and you save up to $3.99 vs. buying separately. Browse all bundles →
Can I buy Kalmes products in stores?
Yes! Kalmes is carried in Hy-Vee and Fareway stores across the Midwest. You can also order directly here for the full product range, bulk sizes, and bundles not available in stores.
Do you offer wholesale or bulk options?
Absolutely. We offer competitive wholesale pricing with low minimums (1 case), Net 30 terms, and full retail support. Available on Faire and RangeMe. Visit our wholesale page or email wholesale@kalmesfoods.com.
What is the shipping policy?
Free shipping on all orders $35 or more. Most orders ship within 1–2 business days from Iowa.
📚 Try Our Best Sellers with These Easy Recipes
From crispy air fryer chicken to Midwest fish fry — our Recipe Hub shows you exactly how to use every product.
Browse the Recipe Hub →🏪 Restaurants & Retailers — Love These Best Sellers in Bulk?
Low minimums • Net 30 • Proven in Hy-Vee & Fareway • Sell sheets & samples available
