Method and system for processing and/or flavouring foodstuffs

Abstract

The present invention relates to the field of processing and / or flavouring foodstuffs. In one aspect of invention, there are methods and / or devices related to foodstuff suitable for popping, such as kernels, as well as flavouring foodstuffs. In another aspect of invention, there is provided a method of and / or device for providing flavouring into a sealed container, comprising providing a container, providing a pod having flavouring therein, attaching the pod to the container, and using the pod to deliver the flavouring into the container. In yet another aspect, there is provided a pod adaptedto provide flavouring to foodstuff and / or a method therefor, comprising a housing adapted to holding at least one flavouring, a piercing element, provided within the pod, an attachment mechanism for attaching the pod to a bag or container, and a frangible surface operative in use with the piercing element.

Description

technical field [0001] The invention relates to the field of food processing and / or seasoning. [0002] In one form, the invention relates to methods and / or apparatus relating to and for storing and / or popping kernels and seasoning food products suitable for popping, including but not limited to popped kernels. However, the invention and aspects of the invention can be applied to many different types of food products. [0003] In one particular aspect, the invention is applicable to machines commonly referred to as popcorn machines. [0004] It will be convenient to describe the invention below in relation to a popcorn maker, but it should be understood that the invention is not limited to that use. Background technique [0005] Throughout this specification, use of the word "inventor" in the singular may be considered to refer to one (single) inventor or more than one (multiple) inventors of the invention. [0006] It should be understood that any discussion of a documen...

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Problems solved by technology

[0009] 1. The popped popcorn is approximately 40 times enlarged compared to the size of the kernel, so it is considered expensive to ship in enlarged form,

[0010] 2. Many forms of popped popcorn have shapes (e.g. "butterfly popcorn") that are prone to damage in transit (it is common to find large amounts of "crumbs" at the bottom of the package),

[0011] 3. Once the popcorn pops, the quality starts to deteriorate,

[0012] 4. Popped corn takes up a lot of shelf space and shelf space is very expensive for stores,

As a result, the kernels are exposed to higher temperatures and uncontrolled humidity, all of which reduce their storage life (a problem with add-hic production), affecting their quality over time

Another issue is the need to clean hoppers (for stored kernels of various biological debris, moisture, etc. requirements (food hygiene requirements) Higher maintenance and less operation for smaller non-professional establishments

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