Consultant AJ Barker, group chef of Belltown Hospitality Group in Seattle, shares a few thoughts on what to consider when purchasing a chopper.
Prep Equipment Guides
Breaders are a good option for higher-volume operations that want more breading control and higher-efficiency production. There are a number of food applications for these units, including chicken, onion rings or blossoms, and vegetables that are battered, breaded and fried.
By preparing breaded items from scratch operators may save money and have greater control of ingredients and flavor options.
When choosing a juicer, anticipating volume is critical. Operators can choose from a variety of juicers, depending on the application, speed of service needed and beverage type being created. Operators also need to determine what type of foods they will use as some juicers handle leafy greens and vegetables better than others.
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Featured Products
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XL Machine
Vitamix
The XL produces up to 24 8-ounce servings in a single blend. The unit features a 4.2 peak output HP motor, 1.5-gallon container, variable speed control and the ability to pulse.
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Vegetable Preparation Machine
Robot Coupe USA Inc.
A Vegetable Preparation Machine accommodates bulky vegetables with a large hopper. A range of 42 discs can slice, ripple cut, and grate into sticks, strips or dices. Parts are removable for cleaning. The 425 rpm, single-speed machine processes delicate food with a direct drive motor.
