A peanut sprout beverage preparation cooking device and preparation process

By designing a multi-layered frame, lifting components, and circulation components, the problem of overcooking caused by hot water retention during the peanut sprout cooking process was solved, achieving uniform cooking and efficient production of peanut sprouts, thus improving product quality and production efficiency.

CN122181730APending Publication Date: 2026-06-12SHANDONG ACADEMY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES +2

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANDONG ACADEMY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
Filing Date
2026-04-14
Publication Date
2026-06-12

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Technical Problem

In the traditional process of cooking peanut sprouts, the peanut sprouts are scattered in the pot, making them inconvenient to remove. The retention of hot water leads to overcooking and loss of nutrients. Although the existing hanging basket steaming method has improved the removal problem, the retention of hot water still leads to a simmering effect, causing nutrient damage and quality decline.

Method used

Employing a multi-layered square frame structure and lifting components, combined with a reversible pump and bending plate design, it achieves separate cooking of peanut sprouts and rapid discharge of hot water. The circulation component ensures uniform flow of hot water, the interception net prevents peanut sprouts from piling up, and the bending plate guides the hot water to avoid overcooking.

Benefits of technology

This method effectively avoids overcooking peanut sprouts, reduces nutrient loss, improves cooking uniformity and efficiency, ensures the quality of peanut sprouts, and reduces cleaning difficulty.

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Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of peanut sprout cooking, and particularly relates to a cooking device for preparing peanut sprout beverage and a preparation process, which comprises a square box; a plurality of square boxes are arranged in layers on the inner side of the box; a plurality of through holes are formed in the bottom and side surface of each square box; a bent plate is fixedly connected to the inner side of each square box; two symmetrical inclined surfaces are arranged on the upper side of the bent plate; the peanut sprouts are poured into the square box for cooking operation, so that all the peanut sprouts can be taken out at the first time of being cooked, after being taken out, the peanut sprouts are separated into multiple portions and are spaced apart through the plurality of square boxes, the accumulation degree of the peanut sprouts is reduced, the hot water retained in the gaps of the peanut sprouts can be quickly discharged, the problem that the peanut sprouts are continuously heated due to slow discharge of the hot water is effectively avoided, overcooking phenomenon is avoided, nutrient loss is reduced, when the hot water is discharged, the hot water can be guided through the bent plate, the hot water is avoided from directly flowing into the peanut sprouts in the lower square box, and overcooking phenomenon is further avoided.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of peanut sprout cooking. More specifically, this invention relates to cooking equipment and a preparation process for preparing peanut sprout beverages. Background Technology

[0002] Cooking is a crucial step in the production of peanut sprout beverages. Traditional processing methods typically involve pouring large quantities of peanut sprouts directly into a pot for batch cooking, then removing them after they've fully cooked. Because the sprouts are scattered throughout the pot, multiple scooping operations are required to remove them completely. This results in the later-scooped sprouts remaining in the hot water for too long, leading to overcooking and nutrient loss.

[0003] To address this issue, the existing process has been modified by using a hanging basket to hold the peanut sprouts, which are then immersed entirely in a cooking pot for steaming. Once cooked, the basket can be easily lifted to remove all the peanut sprouts from the pot at once, effectively avoiding uneven heating caused by retrieving them in batches.

[0004] However, when the basket is lifted out as a whole, a large amount of hot water remains trapped in the gaps between the densely packed peanut sprouts, making it difficult to drain quickly. Due to the large number of peanut sprouts and their tight stacking, the water drains slowly, causing them to be continuously heated inside the basket, resulting in a "steaming" effect, which also leads to nutrient damage and quality decline. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To overcome the drawback that when the entire basket is lifted out, a large amount of hot water remains in the gaps between the densely packed peanut sprouts, making it difficult to drain quickly and causing them to be continuously heated inside the basket, resulting in a "steaming" effect that damages nutrients and reduces quality, this invention provides a cooking device and process for preparing peanut sprout beverages.

[0006] The technical solution is as follows: A cooking device for preparing peanut sprout beverage includes a box body and several bases fixed to the box body; a heater is provided at the bottom of the box body; it also includes square frames; several square frames are stacked inside the box body; several through holes are opened at the bottom and sides of the square frames; a bent plate is fixed to the inner side of each square frame; two symmetrical inclined surfaces are provided on the upper side of the bent plate; a flange is provided at the lower part of the bent plate; a cover plate is connected to the uppermost square frame; a lifting assembly is connected to the square frames, and an external hoisting device lifts all the square frames upwards through the lifting assembly.

[0007] Furthermore, the lifting component includes a first connecting block, a round rod, a second connecting block, and a ring; several first connecting blocks are fixedly connected to each frame; a round rod is slidably connected to the inner side of each first connecting block; a second connecting block is provided on the inner side of each first connecting block, and the second connecting block is fixedly connected to the corresponding round rod; each first connecting block is fixedly connected to the round rod below it; the cover plate is fixedly connected to the corresponding round rod; several rings are provided on the top of the cover plate, and the rings are fixedly connected to the corresponding round rods.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a circulation component, which includes pipe one, a reversible pump, baffles, and pipe two; pipe one is connected to the housing; pipe one is fixedly connected to the housing; a reversible pump is installed on pipe one and fixedly connected to the housing; the reversible pump is used to switch the direction of water flow; several baffles are fixedly connected inside the base; each baffle forms a cavity between itself and the housing, and the cavity is connected to pipe one; several pipes two are fixedly connected to each baffle, and pipe two is connected to the corresponding cavity.

[0009] Furthermore, a flow control valve is installed inside the reversible pump.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a net; several nets are fixed to the inside of each frame; the nets are in contact with the corresponding bending plates.

[0011] Furthermore, the contact surfaces of connecting block one, the round rod, and connecting block two are all set to smooth surfaces.

[0012] Furthermore, the interceptor net is detachably connected to the corresponding frame.

[0013] Furthermore, a temperature sensor is installed inside the box.

[0014] Furthermore, a drain outlet is provided at the bottom of the box.

[0015] Furthermore, a heat insulation layer is installed on the outside of the enclosure.

[0016] A process for preparing peanut sprout beverage includes the following steps: Step 1: Selection. Choose plump and unrotten peanut sprouts. Step 2, washing: Wash the peanut sprouts thoroughly. Step 3: Steaming. Pour the peanut sprouts into the cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverages and cook at 85°C to 100°C for 10 to 30 minutes to cook the peanut sprouts. Step 4: Cool down. Let the cooked peanut sprouts cool to room temperature. Step 5: Extraction. Mix peanut sprouts with honey and water, blend and filter to obtain the clear liquid on top. After sterilization, peanut sprout beverage is obtained.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: First, the peanut sprouts are poured into the square frame for steaming, so that all the peanut sprouts can be removed as soon as they are cooked. After removal, the peanut sprouts are divided into multiple portions by multiple square frames, which reduces the degree of accumulation of peanut sprouts and allows the hot water trapped between the peanut sprouts to drain quickly. This effectively avoids the problem of peanut sprouts being continuously heated due to slow drainage of hot water, avoids overcooking, and reduces nutrient loss. When draining hot water, the hot water can be guided by a bending plate to prevent hot water from flowing directly into the peanut sprouts in the lower square frame, further preventing overcooking. 2. After the five squares automatically unfold, the steam on the peanut sprouts can be quickly discharged from the gaps between adjacent squares, preventing the steam from staying inside the squares for a long time and heating the peanut sprouts, thus further preventing overcooking. At the same time, the reversible pump drives the hot water to flow inside the squares, avoiding uneven cooking caused by the squares interfering with the hot water flow. In addition, the bent plate used to discharge hot water can also be used to intercept and limit the peanut sprouts, preventing the hot water from washing the peanut sprouts inside the squares into the tank and causing cleaning difficulties. At the same time, the bent plate used to discharge hot water can also be used to guide the hot water obliquely upward, allowing the hot water to flow into the squares through the through holes, fully heating the bottom of the peanut sprout layer inside the squares, which helps to improve the uniformity of cooking. Third, the peanut sprouts are intercepted by a net to prevent them from piling up, thus avoiding the problem of peanut sprouts piling up due to the flow of hot water, thereby avoiding interference with the discharge of hot water and preventing overcooking. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverages according to the present invention is shown; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the circulation component of the present invention is shown; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the frame and the bent plate of the present invention is shown; Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the installation position of the lifting component of the present invention is provided. Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the lifting component of the present invention is shown; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the interception network of the present invention is shown; Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the bending plate of the present invention is shown.

[0019] Reference numerals: 1-Box body, 2-Base, 3-Square frame, 4-Bent plate, 5-Cover plate, 201-Connecting block one, 202-Round rod, 203-Connecting block two, 204-Ring, 205-Pipe one, 206-Reversible pump, 207-Baffle plate, 208-Pipe two, 209-Interception net, 91-Through hole, 92-Cavity. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Example 1: A cooking device for preparing peanut sprout beverage, such as... Figures 1-7 As shown, it includes a housing 1 and a base 2; four bases 2 are bolted to the lower side of the housing 1; a heater is installed at the bottom of the housing 1; it also includes a square frame 3, a bent plate 4, a cover plate 5, and a lifting assembly; five square frames 3 are stacked inside the housing 1; several through holes 91 are opened at the bottom and sides of the square frames 3; a bent plate 4 is welded to the inner side of each square frame 3, and the bent plate 4 is made of alloy material; two symmetrical inclined surfaces are provided on the upper side of the bent plate 4; a flange is provided at the lower part of the bent plate 4; a cover plate 5 is connected to the uppermost square frame 3; and a lifting assembly is connected to the square frame 3.

[0022] The lifting assembly includes a first connecting block 201, a round rod 202, a second connecting block 203, and a ring 204; four first connecting blocks 201 are welded to each frame 3; a round rod 202 is slidably connected to the inner side of each first connecting block 201, and the round rod 202 is made of alloy material; a second connecting block 203 is provided on the inner side of each first connecting block 201, and the second connecting block 203 is welded to the corresponding round rod 202; each first connecting block 201 is welded to the round rod 202 below it; the cover plate 5 is welded to the corresponding round rod 202; a ring 204 is welded to each round rod 202 fixed to the cover plate 5.

[0023] First, the tank 1 is filled with clean water, which is heated to boiling by a heater at the bottom of the tank 1. Then, an external lifting device is manually connected to the ring 204, which then drives the ring 204 upward. The connection blocks 1 201, 202, and 203 are counted from top to bottom. The ring 204 drives the first 202 upward, which in turn drives the cover plate 5 upward away from the corresponding frame 3. Simultaneously, the first 202 drives the first connecting block 203 to slide upward within the first connecting block 1 201. When the first connecting block 203 reaches its limit position, it drives the first connecting block 1 201 to move upward. The first connecting block 1 201 drives the second round rod 202 to move upward. The second round rod 202 drives the second connecting block 203 to slide upward within the second connecting block 1 201. When it slides to its limit position, the second connecting block 203 drives the second connecting block 1 201 to move upward. Similarly, the remaining connecting blocks 1 201 move upward one by one and unfold each other. The connecting blocks 1 201 drive the corresponding square 3 to move upward away from the box 1 and unfold each other.

[0024] Then, the peanut sprouts are manually spread evenly inside each square frame 3. An external lifting device then moves the ring 204 and its components downwards, allowing the fifth square frame 3 to rest on the bottom inner side of the box 1. The external lifting device continues to move the ring 204 downwards, causing the five square frames 3 to stack one on top of the other. At this point, the positions of the square frames 3 are as follows: Figure 3As shown, the hot water in the tank 1 just overflows the cover plate 5. The hot water enters the inner side of the square frame 3 through the through hole 91 and submerges the peanut sprouts, thus cooking them. After cooking, the external hanging device drives the ring 204 to move upward. As mentioned above, the five square frames 3 unfold and detach from the tank 1, allowing the peanut sprouts to be removed from the hot water in the tank 1 immediately, avoiding overheating. After the five square frames 3 move to the top of the tank 1, the peanut sprouts are divided into five groups and spaced apart, reducing the accumulation of peanut sprouts. This allows the hot water remaining inside the square frames 3 to flow out quickly through the through hole 91 and fall onto the bending plate 4. Then, it flows along the slope of the bending plate 4 to the front and back sides and falls back into the tank 1. To achieve rapid drainage, the ring 204 is then hung on the external inverted cover. After the peanut sprouts inside cool down, they are removed for grinding and other operations. When in use, the peanut sprouts are poured into the square frame 3 for steaming. This allows all the peanut sprouts to be removed as soon as they are cooked. After removal, the peanut sprouts are separated into multiple portions by the square frames 3, reducing the degree of accumulation of peanut sprouts. This allows the hot water trapped between the peanut sprouts to drain quickly, effectively avoiding the problem of the peanut sprouts being continuously heated due to slow drainage, thus preventing overcooking and reducing nutrient loss. When draining hot water, the bending plate 4 can be used to guide the hot water, preventing it from flowing directly into the peanut sprouts in the lower square frame 3, further preventing overcooking.

[0025] After cooking, the external hanging device drives the ring 204 to move upward, and the ring 204 drives the parts on it to move upward, so that the five squares 3 automatically unfold. At this time, the steam on the peanut sprouts can be quickly discharged from the gaps between the adjacent squares 3, avoiding the steam from staying inside the squares 3 for a long time and heating the peanut sprouts, and further avoiding overcooking.

[0026] It also includes a circulation component, which includes a first pipe 205, a reversible pump 206, a baffle 207, and a second pipe 208; the first pipe 205 is connected to and fixed to the housing 1; the reversible pump 206 is installed on the first pipe 205 and is fixed to the housing 1; the reversible pump 206 can switch the direction of water flow; two baffles 207 are welded inside the base 2; a cavity 92 is formed between each baffle 207 and the housing 1, and the cavity 92 is connected to the first pipe 205; several second pipes 208 connected to the cavity 92 are fixed to each baffle 207.

[0027] The reversible pump 206 is equipped with a flow control valve for monitoring the flow rate in pipeline 205.

[0028] After the peanut sprouts are steamed separately by the box 3, the box 3 will interfere with the flow of hot water, resulting in uneven steaming. Therefore, a circulation component is set on the tank 1. During the cooking process, hot water flows from pipe 208 into cavity 92 and pipe 205. The reversible pump 206 is activated, which drives the flow of hot water in pipe 205, so that the hot water in the tank 1 flows from the front pipe 208 into the front cavity 92, and then into pipe 205. The water flows backward into the cavity 92 at the rear, and then flows into the rear side of the tank 1 through the second pipe 208 at the rear. It then flows from the rear side of the tank 1 to the front side of the tank 1, repeating this process to form a forward-flowing water flow inside the tank 1. During this process, the hot water can smoothly pass through the through hole 91 and flow into the inside of the frame 3 under the suction force of the reversible pump 206. That is, the hot water can flow fully inside the frame 3, effectively avoiding the problem of insufficient cooking. In use, the reversible pump 206 drives the hot water to flow inside the frame 3, avoiding the problem of uneven cooking caused by the frame 3 interfering with the flow of hot water.

[0029] After the reversible pump 206 drives hot water through the inside of the frame 3, the hot water may carry some peanut sprouts away from the frame 3 and into the tank 1. After cooking, the remaining peanut sprouts in the tank 1 need to be manually removed, which is inefficient. Therefore, a flange is provided at the lower part of the bent plate 4. During the cooking process, if... Figure 3 As shown, the flange at the lower part of the bending plate 4 contacts the square frame 3 below it, thereby sealing the square frame 3 tightly with the bending plate 4. At the same time, the top square frame 3 is sealed tightly with the cover plate 5. Then, the reversible pump 206 drives the hot water flow. At this time, the bending plate 4 and the cover plate 5 work together to intercept and limit the peanut sprouts, preventing the flowing hot water from washing the peanut sprouts into the tank 1. In use, the bending plate 4, which is used to drain the hot water, can also be used to intercept and limit the peanut sprouts, preventing the hot water from washing the peanut sprouts in the square frame 3 into the tank 1 and causing cleaning difficulties.

[0030] During the cooking process, the reversible pump 206 drives the hot water flow. At this time, some hot water flows through the gap between the lower side of the frame 3 and the upper side of the bent plate 4. Before this, the upper part of the bent plate 4 is set to be inclined to facilitate the discharge of hot water. At this time, the inclined surface can guide the hot water obliquely upward. Since the hot water flows from back to front, it can be guided obliquely upward by the rear inclined surface of the bent plate 4, so that some hot water flows through the through hole 91 into the inner rear part of the frame 3. Every certain period of time, the reversible pump 206 changes the direction of hot water flow. The hot water is switched to flow from front to back. The curved plate 4 guides the hot water upward at an angle, allowing it to flow from the through hole 91 on the lower side of the frame 3 into the front inner part of the frame. This ensures that the hot water fully contacts and heats the bottom of the peanut sprout layer inside the frame 3, which helps to improve the uniformity of cooking. In use, the curved plate 4, which is used to drain the hot water, can also be used to guide the hot water upward at an angle, allowing the hot water to flow into the frame 3 through the through hole 91, fully heating the bottom of the peanut sprout layer inside the frame 3, which helps to improve the uniformity of cooking.

[0031] Example 2, based on Example 1, such as Figure 6 As shown, it also includes an interception net 209; three interception nets 209 are fixedly attached to the inside of each box 3; the interception net 209 contacts the corresponding bending plate 4, and the peanut sprout is blocked and limited by the interception net 209.

[0032] The contact surfaces of connecting block 1 201, round rod 202 and connecting block 2 203 are all set to be smooth surfaces to reduce friction and improve service life.

[0033] The interceptor net 209 is detachably connected to the corresponding frame 3, making it convenient to disassemble and clean the interceptor net 209.

[0034] A temperature sensor is installed inside the tank 1 to monitor the temperature of the clean water inside the tank 1.

[0035] A drain outlet is provided at the bottom of the tank 1 to drain the clean water inside the tank 1.

[0036] The outer side of the box 1 is equipped with a heat insulation layer to prevent scalding and reduce safety hazards.

[0037] During the process of hot water flow driven by the reversible pump 206, the hot water will move the peanut sprouts inside the frame 3 together, causing the peanut sprouts inside the frame 3 to accumulate on one side. After the frame 3 is removed, the peanut sprouts will be piled up together, which will interfere with the drainage operation and cause the peanut sprouts to be overcooked. Therefore, an intercepting net 209 is set inside the frame 3. During the process of hot water flow driven by the reversible pump 206, the intercepting net 209 intercepts the peanut sprouts and prevents them from piling up together. This avoids the problem of peanut sprouts piling up due to hot water flow, thus avoiding interference with the drainage of hot water and preventing overcooking.

[0038] A process for preparing peanut sprout beverage includes the following steps: Step 1: Selection. Choose plump and unrotten peanut sprouts. Step 2, washing: Wash the peanut sprouts thoroughly. Step 3: Steaming. Pour the peanut sprouts into the cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverages and cook at 85°C to 100°C for 10 to 30 minutes to cook the peanut sprouts. Step 4: Cool down. Let the cooked peanut sprouts cool to room temperature. Step 5: Extraction. Mix peanut sprouts with honey and water, blend and filter to obtain the clear liquid on top. After sterilization, peanut sprout beverage is obtained.

[0039] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes or modifications can be made to the invention without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention as defined by the claims. Therefore, the detailed description of the embodiments in this disclosure is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the invention; rather, the scope of protection is defined by the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A cooking device for preparing peanut sprout beverage, comprising a housing (1) and a plurality of bases (2) fixed to the housing (1); a heater is provided at the bottom of the housing (1); characterized in that, It also includes square frames (3); several square frames (3) are stacked inside the box (1); several through holes (91) are opened on the bottom and sides of the square frames (3); a bent plate (4) is fixed to the inside of each square frame (3); two symmetrical inclined surfaces are provided on the upper side of the bent plate (4); a flange is provided on the lower part of the bent plate (4); a cover plate (5) is connected to the top square frame (3); a lifting assembly is connected to the square frame (3), and the external hoisting equipment lifts all the square frames (3) upward through the lifting assembly; the lifting assembly includes connecting block one (201), round rod (202), and connecting block two (203). And a ring (204); several connecting blocks (201) are fixedly connected to each square (3); a round rod (202) is slidably connected to the inner side of each connecting block (201); a connecting block (203) is provided on the inner side of each connecting block (201), and the connecting block (203) is fixedly connected to the corresponding round rod (202); each connecting block (201) is fixedly connected to the round rod (202) below it; the cover plate (5) is fixedly connected to the corresponding round rod (202); several rings (204) are provided on the top of the cover plate (5), and the rings (204) are fixedly connected to the corresponding round rod (202).

2. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a circulation component, which includes a first pipe (205), a reversible pump (206), a baffle (207) and a second pipe (208); the first pipe (205) is connected to the box (1); the first pipe (205) is fixedly connected to the box (1); the reversible pump (206) is installed on the first pipe (205) and is fixedly connected to the box (1); the reversible pump (206) is used to switch the direction of water flow; several baffles (207) are fixedly connected inside the base (2); a cavity (92) is formed between each baffle (207) and the box (1), and the cavity (92) is connected to the first pipe (205); several second pipes (208) are fixedly connected to each baffle (207), and the second pipes (208) are connected to the corresponding cavity (92).

3. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 2, characterized in that, A flow control valve is installed inside the reversible pump (206).

4. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a net (209); several nets (209) are fixed to the inside of each frame (3); the net (209) is in contact with the corresponding bent plate (4).

5. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 4, characterized in that, The contact surfaces of connecting block 1 (201), round rod (202) and connecting block 2 (203) are all set to smooth surfaces.

6. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 5, characterized in that, The interceptor net (209) is detachably connected to the corresponding frame (3).

7. A cooking apparatus for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, A temperature sensor is installed inside the enclosure (1).

8. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bottom of the box (1) is equipped with a drain outlet.

9. The cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage according to claim 8, characterized in that, The outer side of the box (1) is provided with a heat insulation layer.

10. A process for preparing a peanut sprout beverage, characterized in that, This process uses the cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverage as described in claim 9, and includes the following steps: Step 1: Selection. Choose plump and unrotten peanut sprouts. Step 2, washing: Wash the peanut sprouts thoroughly. Step 3: Steaming. Pour the peanut sprouts into the cooking equipment for preparing peanut sprout beverages and cook at 85°C to 100°C for 10 to 30 minutes to cook the peanut sprouts. Step 4: Cool down. Let the cooked peanut sprouts cool to room temperature. Step 5: Extraction. Mix peanut sprouts with honey and water, blend and filter to obtain the clear liquid on top. After sterilization, peanut sprout beverage is obtained.