Prawn Chips Production Line with Steam Extrusion System

Prawn Chips Production Line Product Introduction

The Prawn Chips Production Line Production Line is a complete processing solution for producing snack pellets, prawn chips and other crispy snack products. It is suitable for processing various starch-based materials such as tapioca starch, corn starch and wheat flour through steam cooking, mixing, extrusion and forming processes.

The system uses steam to cook and gelatinize raw materials efficiently, creating a suitable dough texture for further shaping. After extrusion, the dough sheet can be cooled, sliced into different shapes, dried and fried to achieve the desired expansion and crispiness. The integrated production process improves product consistency while reducing manual handling.

With adjustable processing parameters and flexible equipment combinations, this line can meet different snack production requirements. It is widely used for producing ready-to-fry pellets, prawn crackers and customized crispy snack products with reliable production performance.

Working Principle

The production process starts with mixing starch-based raw materials and water to create a uniform mixture. The mixture enters the steam cooking system, where steam heat cooks and gelatinizes the ingredients to form a flexible dough structure.

The cooked dough is then transferred to the forming section, where it is pressed into sheets with consistent thickness. After cooling, the sheets are cut into different shapes to create snack pellets. The formed products pass through drying equipment to reduce moisture content and improve stability. Finally, the pellets can be fried and seasoned to achieve crispy texture and enhanced flavor.

System Structure

1. Steam Cooking Machine

Uses steam heating to cook and mix raw materials, creating suitable dough properties for extrusion.

2. Dough Forming Machine

Presses cooked material into uniform sheets with controlled thickness and surface quality.

3. Pellet Slicer

Cuts formed dough sheets into round, customized or other shaped snack pieces.

4. Drying System

Removes moisture from semi-finished pellets to improve storage stability and frying performance.

5. Frying Machine

Provides controlled frying conditions to create crispy finished snack products.

6. Flavoring Machine

Applies oil spray or seasoning powder evenly to enhance product taste.

7. Conveying System

Transfers products smoothly between different processing stages.

Technical Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Processing Capacity	250–300 kg/h
Reference Power	53 kW
Working Voltage	380V, 3 Phase, 50Hz
Processing Method	Steam cooking and extrusion
Application	Snack pellet and prawn chip production
Material	Stainless steel food processing structure

Main Features

Steam Cooking Technology

Uses steam heating to improve material cooking efficiency and create uniform dough characteristics.

Complete Processing Workflow

Combines cooking, forming, drying, frying and seasoning processes into one production solution.

Flexible Product Shapes

Different cutting tools allow production of various snack pellet shapes according to requirements.

Stable Extrusion Performance

Provides consistent material forming and improves final product quality.

Efficient Moisture Control

Multi-stage drying helps achieve suitable moisture levels and better snack texture.

Adjustable Production Parameters

Processing conditions can be modified according to different raw materials and products.

Hygienic Equipment Design

Stainless steel construction provides durability and supports food processing requirements.

Continuous Operation Capability

Integrated conveying and processing units improve production efficiency.

Applications

1. Prawn Chip Production

Used for manufacturing traditional prawn chips with excellent expansion performance after frying.

2. Snack Pellet Manufacturing

Suitable for producing ready-to-fry pellets in different shapes, sizes and textures.

3. Crispy Snack Processing

Provides a complete solution for producing crispy snacks from starch-based raw materials.

4. Starch-Based Food Production

Processes various starch ingredients into stable dough structures for snack manufacturing.

5. Customized Snack Development

Supports different product designs through adjustable cutting and forming systems.

6. Fried Snack Manufacturing

Produces semi-finished snack pellets that can be fried before final consumption.

7. Food Factory Production

Designed for commercial snack factories requiring continuous and efficient processing.

8. Snack Product Expansion

Helps manufacturers develop new snack varieties with different shapes and flavors.

Advantages

• suitable for multiple starch-based raw materials
• produces various snack pellet shapes
• improves cooking and forming consistency
• supports continuous industrial production
• reduces manual operation requirements
• provides stable product texture and quality
• allows flexible snack product development

FAQ

1. What products can this production line manufacture?

It can produce snack pellets, prawn chips, ready-to-fry pellets and other crispy snack products.

2. What raw materials are suitable for this system?

The line can process tapioca starch, corn starch, wheat flour and other starch-containing materials.

3. Why is steam cooking used in the production process?

Steam cooking improves material gelatinization and creates a better dough structure for forming.

4. Can the snack shapes be customized?

Yes. Different cutting tools can be selected to produce various product shapes.

5. What is the function of the drying process?

Drying reduces moisture content and prepares pellets for frying or further processing.

6. Can the production capacity be adjusted?

Yes. Equipment configuration can be customized according to required output and product type.

7. Is this line suitable for making prawn chips?

Yes. The system is specifically suitable for producing prawn chips and similar crispy snack products.

8. What are the advantages of this complete production line?

It integrates multiple processing steps, improves efficiency and ensures stable product quality.

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