The present method is directed in one embodiment to a non-soluble, substantially white granular salt substitute for dough-based products. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product comprises a filling sealed within a pocket while in other embodiments, the dough-based product is not filled. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product is heated by baking, deep-frying or microwaving. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute of the present invention may be used in place of other large-particulate salts such as kosher salt for use on dough-based products. Certain non-dough-based products such as salted caramel ice cream, confections, as well as products utilizing a reduced-salt blend are also improved using the present invention. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute comprises white tapioca.

The present method is directed in one embodiment to a non-soluble, substantially white granular salt substitute for dough-based products. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product comprises a filling sealed within a pocket while in other embodiments, the dough-based product is not filled. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product is heated by baking, deep-frying or microwaving. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute of the present invention may be used in place of other large-particulate salts such as kosher salt for use on dough-based products. Certain non-dough-based products such as salted caramel ice cream, confections, as well as products utilizing a reduced-salt blend are also improved using the present invention. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute comprises white tapioca.

The present method is directed in one embodiment to a non-soluble, substantially white granular salt substitute for dough-based products. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product comprises a filling sealed within a pocket while in other embodiments, the dough-based product is not filled. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product is heated by baking, deep-frying or microwaving. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute of the present invention may be used in place of other large-particulate salts such as kosher salt for use on dough-based products. Certain non-dough-based products such as salted caramel ice cream, confections, as well as products utilizing a reduced-salt blend are also improved using the present invention. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute comprises white tapioca.

A method of manufacture of a microwave or thermally reheatable or cookable food product comprising the steps of: providing a solid or solidified substrate; applying two or more coating compositions to the substrate to produce a coated substrate. At least one of the coating compositions includes ethylcellulose.

A tortilla formed by a process that includes scraping at a least a layer of dough from the dough form used to prepare the tortilla, and a fried tortilla product formed using the same. The process yields a fried product that exhibits an unexpectedly different surface profile and texture as well as enhanced flavor.

A method to prepare donuts, wherein the method prepares a first batch of donut dough, allows that first batch of donut dough to age for at least 24 hours to prepare fermented dough, prepares a second batch of donut dough, mixes 5 pounds of the fermented dough with a gallon of the second batch of donut dough, cuts donuts from the fermented dough/second batch of donut dough mixture, and fries the donuts.

A system and method for controlling blisters. The method begins by mixing the ingredients to form a dough with a moisture content between about 35% and 60%. The dough is sheeted and cut. Thereafter, the dough is pre-heated to reduce the moisture content to between about 10% and about 45%. The preforms are then docked and dehydrated. The docking system, in one embodiment, has a backing plate and a docking device with at least two docking pins of varying lengths. The docking device is adjustable relative to the backing plate. The system also has a removing plate which removes preforms from the docking pins.

The invention relates to a frozen pre-fried dough in ring form that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, characterised in that it comprises: a) liquid ingredients: 14.63-18.85% frozen yellow sweet potato pulp, 4.88-11.31% frozen winter squash (Cucurbita maxima Duch.) pulp, 0.49-075% frozen grated cassava, 0.49-075% frozen banana (platano de la is/a) cut into round slices; b) dry ingredients: 3.58-4.14% sugar, 0.005-0.019% sweetener, 1.31-1.46% fresh yeast, 0.49-0.75% vanilla essence, 0.049-0.075% seeds, 0.24-0.38% aniseed and 9.42-9.75% vegetable oil; c) between 32.0-39.0% wheat pastry flour; and e) between 20.74-24.38% water. The invention also relates to a process for making the pre-fried frozen dough in ring form, comprising the steps of: i) homogenising all of the liquid ingredients by mixing them; ii) kneading the liquid mixture; iii) fermenting the dough in a chamber, controlling the temperature and humidity; iv) cutting the dough; v) frying the rings of dough; vi) draining the rings; vii) cooling the units; viii) freezing the rings of pre-fried dough; ix) packaging the product; and x) storing the sealed product.

A process for making bulk food products. The process involves providing mixed bags of ingredients. The mixed bags of ingredients provide the components needed to create malasadas. The resulting malasadas are consistent and efficiently prepared. Additionally, ingredients can be shipped and stored easily.

A process for making bulk food products. The process involves providing mixed bags of ingredients. The mixed bags of ingredients provide the components needed to create malasadas. The resulting malasadas are consistent and efficiently prepared. Additionally, ingredients can be shipped and stored easily.