Sweet Potato Chips Business Recipe and How to Manage Its Distribution Permit

In Indonesia, the assorted chips business is one of the most promising business opportunities. Chips are a snack loved by all, from children to adults. Chip products based on local raw materials such as sweet potatoes, cassava, and bananas are always in demand due to their distinctive taste and affordable prices.

Several important factors affect the quality of chips:

1. Base material: The quality of the main ingredient greatly determines the final result.
2. Auxiliary materials: Cooking oil plays a crucial role. Clear, non-rancid oil will produce crispy and odorless fried products.
3. Frying temperature: The temperature must be well-regulated for optimal results.

This time, Magfood will share a Sweet Potato Chips Recipe that will be practiced at the Magfood Various Snack Production Training on October 8, 2024. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients Needed

1. Sweet Potatoes: Choose fresh sweet potatoes that are free from pests, blemishes, or rot.
2. Palm Oil: Vegetable oil is used as a medium for frying.
3. Salt/baking soda/lime water: Used to soak the sweet potatoes to make them crispier.
4. Magfood Seasoning Powder: Magfood seasoning powder can enhance the taste of the chips. With the advantages of adhering easily to snacks, being cost-effective, non-clumping, preservative-free, and fully certified (Halal, BPOM, CPPOB, and HACCP), it’s the smart choice for any food business.

Equipment Needed

• Stainless steel knife, trimmer, spoon, basin, chip slicer, stove, and a frying container.

Steps to Make Sweet Potato Chips

1. Washing and Peeling: First, wash the sweet potatoes to remove dirt, then peel the skin until clean.
2. Slicing: Next, slice the sweet potatoes uniformly. The ideal thickness for chips is between 1.5 mm and 2.0 mm.
3. Soaking: Soak the sweet potato slices in a baking soda solution for 15 minutes.
4. Draining: Drain the sweet potato slices until no water remains.
5. Frying: The frying process is done in two stages:
   • First Fry: Heat the oil to a warm temperature for 5 minutes.
   • Second Fry: Increase the oil temperature until hot and fry until the chips are dry, preferably at 130-140°C over medium heat.
6. Draining: After the chips are cooked, drain the excess oil. Using a spinner machine is an effective way to ensure the chips are free from excess oil.
7. Adding Seasoning: You can add Magfood Seasoning Powder to enhance the flavor. The addition of seasoning ranges from 6-8% for savory flavors or 10-30% for sweet flavors.
8. Packaging and Labeling: Use good quality packaging like PP, Metalized + PP, or PE to extend the shelf life.

Understanding Processed Food Registration Based on Risk Level

In the food product registration process, each product type is categorized by its risk level. For dry snacks like glass chips, the risk level is relatively low. Here are the risk levels:

1. High Risk: e.g., baby formula.
2. Medium Risk: Products with specific claims like “high fiber.”
3. Low Risk: Products using food additives not on the high-risk list.
4. Very Low Risk: Products that use no food additives at all.

Requirements to Apply for an SPP-IRT Permit

• Photocopy of ID card (KTP).
• Business Identification Number (NIB).
• Active WhatsApp number and email.
• Data of the food or beverage product being produced.
• The label to be used on the product.

How to Register for SPP-IRT

1. Prepare Data and Documents.
2. Create an SPP-IRT Application: You need an NIB to apply.
3. Fill in the Data: Apply at sppirt.pom.go.id.
4. Attend Food Safety Counseling (PKP).
5. Prepare Your Business Premises for a Survey.
6. Wait for the Certificate to be Issued.

Magfood: Your Partner for Custom and Certified Food Seasoning

Magfood is a producer of seasoning powders, cooking spices, and premixes that is GMP (CPPOB) certified and holds a BPOM distribution permit. Crucially, Magfood is also Halal and HACCP certified, guaranteeing the quality and safety of your core ingredients. With an expert research & development (R&D) division, Magfood is committed to formulating and developing innovative recipes that follow the latest trends and meet high-quality standards.

We understand that every business has unique needs. Therefore, Magfood offers custom formulation and private label services for seasonings. This approach allows you to create products with a specific taste and competitive price point, giving your food and beverages a “unique flavor.” This uniqueness not only differentiates your product from competitors but also provides a significant competitive advantage. Let Magfood handle the complexities of flavor development and certified production, so you can focus on building your brand.

Magfood Coaching Clinic: Mentorship for Your Food Business

Magfood provides a coaching clinic service to enhance your food business and products.

• Each session consists of a 90-minute consultation with a Magfood expert.
• A minimum of 3 sessions is required per business.
• Contact us at 0811 1397 161.

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