The utility model presents the formulation of breadfruit (
Artocarpus altilis) flakes (kropek) in its Claim. Breadfruit is a highly underutilized fruit
crop with tremendous potential to address global hunger due to the fruit being rich in essential vitamins and minerals. Meanwhile, kropek, also known as fish crackers or
prawn crackers, is a cracker made from
starch or
animal skin and other ingredients that serve as flavoring. Most kropek are deep fried and are popular snacks in maritime
Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. The technical problem that this disclosure aims to address is the underutilization of breadfruit; the technical solution that this utility model provides is the innovative incorporation of breadfruit into this popular food product, which will result in the promotion of its utilization, minimized
food waste, and the exploration of the
crop’s full economic potential while providing consumers a nutritious and innovative food product.