unbreaded
Lacking crumb crust
Not coated with breadcrumbs before cooking.
The term appears mainly on menus and in recipes to distinguish items from their breaded counterparts: unbreaded chicken tenders, unbreaded fish fillets.
It signals a lighter preparation, often for those avoiding carbs or preferring a different texture.
Without protective layer
- unbatteredNot struck or damaged
- uncrustedHaving no outer rind
- undredgedNot cleared of silt
- unseasonedLacking flavor or experience
plain · bare · naked · crustless · flourless · gluten-free · low-carb · keto-friendly
uncoated
Without protective layer
- unbatteredNot struck or damaged
- uncrustedHaving no outer rind
- undredgedNot cleared of silt
unseasoned · plain · bare · naked · crustless · flourless · gluten-free · low-carb · keto-friendly · paleo
grilled
Cooked on metal bars
poached · broiled · baked · seared · pan-fried · stir-fried · smoked · braised · barbecued · blackened
crispy
Brittle and snapping
succulent · caramelized · charred · seared · golden · browned · natural · clean · pure · unadulterated