Breading Mixes
Premium Breading Mixes – Crispy & Restaurant-Quality
Crispy, Restaurant-Style Breading Mixes
Two legendary Midwest recipes from our family restaurant kitchen — five generations in the making since the 1850s. Golden Dipt for classic seasoned coating and Superb Blend for extra-crispy results on chicken, fish, pork, and more.
Why Choose Kalmes Breading Mixes?
Most store-bought breading goes pale, falls off, or turns soggy within minutes. Kalmes breading mixes were engineered in a working restaurant kitchen — where every batch had to be perfect, every service, for decades. The result: superior adhesion, even golden-brown color, and a stay-crispy formula that plain flour simply can't match.
🌾 Golden Dipt Seasoned Flour Mix
The classic seasoned flour-style coating — light, even, and perfectly seasoned right out of the bag. Ideal for a traditional Southern-style crust on chicken, fish, and pork. Delivers a thin, crispy shell with bold flavor in every bite. The go-to for everyday frying and pan-frying.
🍗 SUPERB BLEND Crispy Breading Mix
The extra-crispy, shatteringly crunchy coating for when you want maximum crunch. Superior adhesion, even browning, and stays crispy longer than any flour coating. The restaurant-style choice for chicken tenders, fish fry nights, pork chops, and onion rings. Also the top pick for air fryer breading.
Usage Tips for Maximum Crunch
- Deep fry / pan fry: Maintain 350–375°F oil temperature. Dredge dry → egg wash → coat → press firmly → rest 5 min before frying.
- Air fryer: 375°F with a light spray of cooking oil. SUPERB BLEND is especially well-suited for air fryer chicken breading — crispy without deep frying.
- Oven baking: 400°F on a lightly oiled rack, 20–25 min (flip halfway). Spray with oil before baking for best color.
- Pro tip: Press the breading firmly into the meat for 3–5 seconds after coating. This locks the crust in place — no falling off, no bare spots.
Perfect For
Crispy fried chicken • Midwest fish fry • Restaurant-style pork chop coating • Onion rings • Shrimp • Vegetables • Air fryer chicken tenders
🔥 Pair Your Breading with Kalmes Famous Seasoning
Season and tenderize first with our 2-in-1 Steak Seasoning & Tenderizer, then coat with your breading of choice. That's the complete restaurant system — juicy inside, shatteringly crispy outside.
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🍗 Crispy Fried Chicken
Golden Dipt or SUPERB BLEND — classic Southern-style crunch
🐟 Midwest Fish Fry
SUPERB BLEND for extra-crispy catfish, walleye, or cod
🥩 Crispy Pork Chops
Restaurant-style pork chop coating with SUPERB BLEND
🍳 Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
375°F, light oil spray — crispy without deep frying
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Golden Dipt and SUPERB BLEND?
Golden Dipt is a classic seasoned flour-style mix — lighter coating, traditional flavor, great for everyday frying and pan-frying. SUPERB BLEND is an extra-crispy coating with superior adhesion and a shatteringly crunchy crust that stays crispy longer. If you want maximum crunch (especially for air fryer or deep frying), go SUPERB BLEND. For a lighter, classic coating, go Golden Dipt.
How many servings are in a 5 lb bag?
SUPERB BLEND yields 80–100 servings of chicken tenders, 60–80 servings of pork chops, or 100+ servings of onion rings. Golden Dipt yields similar quantities. Either way, one bag = months of family meals.
Can these be used in an air fryer?
Yes! Both mixes work in the air fryer. Set to 375°F and apply a light spray of cooking oil before cooking. SUPERB BLEND is particularly popular as an air fryer chicken breading — crispy results without deep frying.
Do you offer bulk or wholesale options for restaurants?
Yes — SUPERB BLEND is available in a Case of 6 × 5 lb bags ($125.99, $4.20/lb). For larger restaurant or retail orders, email wholesale@kalmesfoods.com or visit our wholesale page.
How should I store the breading mix and what is the shelf life?
Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed container. Shelf life is 12–18 months. Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight. Reseal tightly after each use for best results.
🏪 Restaurants & Retailers — Bulk Cases Available
Low minimums • Net 30 • Proven in Hy-Vee & Fareway • Sell sheets available
