Unlike blast freezers, which freeze food items very quickly, blast chillers are designed to rapidly cool down cooked food from a high cooking temperature.
What is a blast chiller, what does it do, and what benefits will you see by introducing one into your commercial kitchen?
Is a Blast Chiller Just a Freezer?
No, a blast chiller is not just a freezer. Although both appliances are used for temperature control a blast chiller and a freezer operate at different temperature ranges and serve different purposes.
Blast Chillers are designed to lower the temperature of hot or cooked food in a safe and fast manner to allow refrigeration.
How Do Blast Chillers Work?
A blast chiller works by rapidly reducing the temperature of hot or cooked food items to a safe refrigeration temperature, typically between 0°C to 3°C (32°F to 37°F). It achieves this by using a combination of cooling mechanisms and techniques.
Why Do I Need A Blast Chiller?
By rapidly lowering the temperature of food items, a blast chiller helps prevent bacterial growth, maintain food safety, and preserve the quality and freshness of the food. It is an essential tool in commercial kitchens and food service establishments.
A blast chiller is a valuable piece of equipment in commercial kitchens and food service establishments for several important reasons:
- Food Safety
- Maintain Food Quality
- Time Efficiency
- Extended Shelf Life
- Batch Cooking
- Compliance and Regulations
- Versatility
Examples of Food that can be put in a blast chiller:
- Hot Cooked Foods (e.g. Cooked Meats, Soups, Stews)
- Baked Goods (e.g.. Breads, cakes, pies)
- Desserts (custards, puddings)
- Sauces and Gravies
- Seafood
- Dairy Products
- Leftovers
- Par-Cooked or Blanched Vegetables
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Blast Chillers At Perth Commercial Kitchens:
Thermocool Blast Chiller Touch Control 10 – Tray
Termocool Blast Chiller Touch Control 3 – Tray
Termocool Blast Chiller Touch Control 5 – Tray
Termocool Countertop Blast Chiller 6 x 1/3 GN Pans
No matter the size of your kitchen, Perth Commercial Kitchens has the commercial cooking equipment you need for your business.
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