Why should I purchase a bread braiding machine?
Traditional cheese making is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and the resulting cheese is not aesthetically pleasing, significantly increasing costs and impacting sales. Therefore, a fully automatic bread braiding machine is needed to help cheese makers improve efficiency and automate cheese production. This machine is easy to operate, requiring only one person, and one person can even operate 3-5 machines simultaneously. It can produce 25 kg of cheese per hour, and the cheese size can be customized to your needs. It is easy to clean and maintain, making it a great helper for cheese producers.
Can this bread braiding machine be set to adjust the braided cheese length and strands?
Yes, our bread braiding machine uses a CNC system to control the twist length and number of strands. The cheese diameter can be freely adjusted on the control panel, with options for 3, 6, and 9 strands forming mould. Also cheese length can be controlled by adjusting cutting speed.
How to use a multi-functional bread braiding machine?
1. Preparation
- Ingredient Preparation: Choose high-quality flour, generally all-purpose flour is recommended to ensure the texture and elasticity of the cheese. Also, prepare appropriate amounts of water and salt, adjusting the ratio according to personal taste.
- Tool Preparation: In addition to the multi-functional bread braiding machine, you will also need a pasta cutter (if you don’t have one, you can manually cut the dough into strips), a measuring cup, a mixing bowl, etc.
2. Making the Dough
- Pour the flour into the mixing bowl, gradually add water and salt, and stir with chopsticks or your hands until it resembles snowflakes. Then knead it into a smooth dough. Knead evenly until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Cover the kneaded dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 20-30 minutes to make it softer.
3. Using bread braiding machine
- Place the risen dough on a work surface and cut it into evenly sized, uniformly thick dough using a pasta cutter or manually.
- Turn on the multi-functional bread braiding machine. According to the machine model and instruction manual, insert the noodles into the feed inlet. Be careful not to make the dough too long, as this may jam the machine.
- Press and hold the handle or start the machine to begin operation. Depending on the machine’s design, you may need to rotate the handle or wait for the machine to rotate automatically to braid the noodles into a twisted shape.
- Observe the twisting process to ensure the twists are uniform in shape and without breaks. If there are any problems, adjust the noodle thickness or machine settings accordingly.
4. Removing and Cooling
- Fry the prepared braided cheese in hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Control the oil temperature during frying to avoid burning the outside and leaving the inside raw.
- Remove the fried cheese from the oil and drain. Place it in a ventilated area to cool. Cooled cheese will be even crispier and more delicious.
How to clean and maintain bread braiding machine?
After use, turn off the power to the bread braiding machine and unplug it. Disassemble the bread braiding machine and thoroughly clean it with clean water and a soft cloth. Be careful not to scratch the machine surface with hard objects to avoid damage. After cleaning, allow all parts of the machine to dry completely, reassemble it, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place.
What are the applications of a bread braiding machine?
A bread braiding machine is specifically designed for the automated forming of braided cheese. It primarily solves the problems of low efficiency, inconsistent shapes, and substandard hygiene associated with manual braiding. It is widely used in dairy processing and baking industries:
1. Mass Production of Braided Cheese
- Suitable cheese types include soft/semi-soft cheeses: such as Feta, Sucuk Cheese, and Braided String Cheese. These cheeses have a soft texture and good extensibility, making them suitable for twisting and braiding.
- Low-fat cheese sticks: Used for braided cheese sticks sold as snacks. The machine integrates strip cutting, twisting, and braiding into a single process.
2. Custom Production of Specialty Dairy Products
- European and American markets: Production of braided cheese skewers and cheese wreaths for use in Western cuisine and as garnishes for cold dishes. These require 3-strand thin braids or 6-strand thick braids, and the surface must be smooth and free of breaks.
- Middle East/Mediterranean Market: Produces large-size 9-strand braided cheese for grilling and stewing. The equipment features adjustable torsional tension to ensure the cheese remains intact after weaving.
3. Baking and Snack Food Processing
Besides being eaten directly, braided cheese can be used as a baking ingredient or a base for snack foods, expanding the equipment’s application scenarios. It can be used as a topping for bread and pizza, or embedded in dough to make cheese-filled bread.
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