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For those times you were feeling a little crumby...

Need a little pick-me-up? The only thing crumby about these dishes is the coating.

British fish cakes

Source: Alan Benson

You could use any large chilli, but plump jalapeños are perfect for stuffing with cheese and this crumb is putting Ritz biscuits to creative use.
Jalapeno poppers
Source: Murdoch Books
Sardines are a quintessential Spanish delicacy and whilst fresh sardines are superb, try them simply fried with a garlicky mayo. This recipe might just change your sardine perceptions.
Fried sardines with aioli
Fried sardines with aioli Source: China Squirrel
Is there anything better than crumbed spuds? These fish cakes tap into compact fish 'n' chip territory and this recipe works well with any fish - salmon through to mackerel - take your pick!
British fish cakes
Source: Alan Benson
Migas means crumbs in Spanish, and the name is used to describe a number of dishes across Spain, Portugal and Mexico. This salad is a Portuguese version that combines fried sourdough breadcrumbs, chorizo, black beans and vegetables.
Portuguese breadcrumb, black bean and kale salad
Portuguese breadcrumb, black bean and kale salad Source: Chris Chen
Not for the faint-hearted, this flavour-packed pork roll lands with a punch that will knock you off your chopsticks. You'll love this Japanese-style schnitzel recipe, with pickled daikon and cabbage for crunch, topped off with Japanese barbecue sauce.
Panko crumbed pork roll with pickled daikon, cabbage slaw and barbecue sauce
Source: Benito Martin
If you like food that has a little kick, you'll love these stuffed jalapenos. The chorizo crumb adds an extra dash of smokiness - a little goes a long way and you'll be doubling back for more.
Stuffed jalapeno with chorizo crumbs
Source: Hugh Adams
Sold in many European delis, salt cod (baccala) has become a popular choice for croquettes. Whilst they are traditionally rolled in day-old breadcrumbs, this recipe uses panko crumbs for an extra crispy shell.
Salt cod croquettes (crocchette di baccalà)
Source: Alan Benson
Add grated Greek cheese to your breadcrumb coating and you will instantly fall in love with these lamb cutlets.
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If lamb cutlets aren't your bag, then these fried vegetarian snacks are perfect mezze platter fare or stand boldly on their own in flavour, as well.
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A modernised version of that much-loved classic, agedashi tofu, this recipe layers new textures and bacon-infused dashi with a zingy hit from pickled spring onions.
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Germans love their schnitzel. It's served year round and tastes just as delicious in a beer garden on a balmy night as in a snowed-in cosy cottage up in the Alps. Best of all, you can eat it cold the next day too.
Schnitzel with mashed potato and red cabbage
Source: Alan Benson
Sumac has a tangy, lemony flavour and the powerful kick it gives when paired with chicken is perfection. This polenta and sumac-crusted chicken has an added sweetness from grape molasses and it is paired with minted yoghurt and fresh herbs.
Polenta-crusted sumac chicken with minted yoghurt
Source: Hugh Adams
Winter and bakes go hand-in-hand. If you’re not a big fan of fennel then you may just have to reconsider your standing once you have tried this dish. Baked fennel – particularly when teamed with the saltiness of anchovies, the crunch of crisp breadcrumbs and the savouriness of fresh thyme – is one of the best side dishes winter has to offer.
Baked fennel with anchovy crumbs
Source: Alan Benson
The forces behind custard and fried things, really is unmatched and these chocolate, orange and fennel fritti will transport you instantly to Southern Italy.
chocolate custard fritti
Source: Benito Martin
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