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As a world-renowned plantain producer and exporter, Ecuador, with its unique natural conditions and well-developed planting system, has long been a global leader in banana exports. However, in recent years, an increasing number of local companies have begun to focus on further processing of bananas, exploring further value-added opportunities. Recently, a customer from Ecuador purchased a complete set of plantain flour processing machine from our company, marking a significant step forward in the field of banana deep processing. The customer stated that, given the abundance of banana resources, relying solely on fresh fruit exports is insufficient to fully tap the potential of bananas. Therefore, they hope to extend the supply chain through processing technology and produce higher-value-added products. Plantain flour is a nutritious and versatile product, used in bread, biscuits, baby food, healthy snacks,…

Fryer machine is essential equipment for many snack food processing plants and are widely used in the processing of french fries, potato chips, onion rings, banana chips, chicken nuggets and other foods. Why are fryer machine so widely used? what is the function of a fryer machine? The following are fryer machine main functions: 1. Achieve continuous and stable frying The main function is to fry the pre-treated food at a specified temperature to form a crispy shell and an ideal taste. The equipment usually has functions such as automatic feeding, automatic discharging, and automatic temperature control to ensure a stable and efficient frying process. 2. Precise temperature control function Temperature control is extremely important during frying. Too high a temperature will make the food crispy on the outside and tender on the…

In the banana processing industry, IQF is a very common and important processing method. But why do bananas need IQF? What is the process of IQF? Why need to IQF bananas? 1. Extend the shelf life: Bananas are a tropical fruit with high sugar and water content, which is very easy to deteriorate after ripening. Through iqf technology, the temperature of bananas can be quickly reduced to below -18°C, inhibiting the activity of microorganisms and enzymes, thereby significantly extending the shelf life. 2. Lock in nutrition and flavor: The freezing process quickly passes through the ice crystal formation zone to form small and uniform ice crystals, which maximizes the original nutrients and taste of bananas and avoids nutrient loss and tissue damage. 3. Suitable for a variety of downstream processing…

Frying is a common and important food processing method. Taking banana chips as an example, frying is not only a key step in giving banana chips a crispy taste and unique flavor, but also a necessary link in achieving commercial-scale production. What is the purpose of frying: In the industrial production of banana chips, the main purpose of frying is: 1. Dehydration and shaping to change the texture Raw bananas have a high water content and a soft and sticky taste. By frying at high temperature, the water in them evaporates quickly, making the banana slices dehydrated and hardened, forming a crispy texture, which is the taste that consumers are looking for. 2. Enhance flavor and color During the frying process, the sugar and amino acids in the banana undergo…

As a natural and nutritious fruit pulp product, banana pulp has attracted the attention of many food processing companies. In order to meet the production needs of enterprises of different sizes, various types of banana pulp making machine are available on the market, but what is the banana fruit pulp making machine price? Its price varies depending on the equipment configuration, degree of automation and production capacity. 1. Small processing plants For some newly started small processing plants, due to the limitations of capital investment, site conditions and production requirements, they usually choose a single banana pulping machine for production. This type of equipment has a compact structure and is easy to operate. It is suitable for processing tens to hundreds of kilograms of raw materials per day. Price range:…

Frying is a common cooking method that can give food a golden, crispy crust and a unique flavor. However, making high-quality fried food is not easy and requires strict adherence to a series of rules and techniques. So what rules should you observe when deep frying? Selection and preparation of frying equipment The fryer machine is an essential equipment for making fried food, and its selection directly affects the quality and safety of the final product. Choose the right frying equipment: Choose the right fryer model according to the production scale. Oil volume control: The amount of oil in the frying container should not exceed 2/3 of the total capacity to prevent the danger of high-temperature oil overflowing. At the same time, the amount of oil should not be too little to…

Plantain flour is a powder product made from plantain through a series of processing techniques. It has the advantages of long shelf life, high nutritional value, easy transportation and storage, and is widely used in baby food, nutritional supplements, baking, beverages, etc. This article will introduce the process of making plantain flour in detail, which usually includes peeling, slicing, blanching and color protection, drying, and grinding. The whole process is automatically completed by the banana flour production line 1. Raw material selection and peeling: Remove the plantain skin to provide clean pulp for subsequent processing. Operation points: Choosing plantain with moderate maturity is the prerequisite for ensuring the quality of plantain flour. Peeling can be done manually or by automatic peeling machine. Notes: Do not use overripe, rotten, or spotted…

As a nutritious and widely used food raw material, banana powder has been favored in the international market in recent years. With the continuous growth of market demand, more and more food processing companies have begun to pay attention to banana powder machine. So, what is the cost of banana powder machine? The banana powder machine cost is not fixed, and is mainly affected by the following key factors: Production scale: The larger the output, the higher the number and specifications of equipment required, and the price will naturally rise accordingly. Automation degree: From semi-automatic to fully automatic, the higher the automation degree, the more complex the equipment configuration and the higher the cost. Equipment configuration: Different customers may have different configuration requirements for cleaning, slicing, drying, grinding, screening, packaging…

Packaging plays a very important role in the production process of plantain chips. It can effectively isolate the air and extend the shelf life of plantain chips. But what type of packaging is used for plantain chips? Common plantain chips packing types: Depending on the bag design, plantain chips are usually packaged in the following ways: 1. Back-seal bag packaging Back-seal bag is the most common packaging form, with three sides sealed and only the center line of the back sealed. It has a simple structure, low cost, and is suitable for automated high-speed production. It is commonly used in low- and medium-priced products, or small packaging specifications (such as 30g, 50g). 2. Stand-up pouch packaging (gusseted bag/zipper bag) Stand-up pouches have a reinforced structure at the bottom of the bag, which allows…