Description
The chickpea or chick pea is an annual legume of the family Fabaceae, subfamily Faboideae. Its different types are variously known as gram or Bengal gram, chhana, chana, or channa, garbanzo or garbanzo bean, or Egyptian pea.
Chickpeas have a delicious nutty taste, creamy texture and are extremely nutritious. Slightly bigger in size than a pea, chickpeas may be tiny but are certainly well-deserving of their superfood status, being packed full of nutrients and health benefits.
Nutritional Info per 100G
Energy 1548kJ
Energy 370 kCal
Fat 18.6g
Saturates 2.30g
Monosaturated 0g
Polyunsaturated 0g
Carbohydrates 15.8g
Of which Sugars 5.5g
Fibre 15.7g
Protein 35.9g
Sodium 0.05g
Salt 0.012g
Packed in Unit that handles Sesame, Celery and Mustard
Soya Beans Organic - Quick Reference
What is it?: Organic dried soya beans, a high-protein pulse used whole or processed into many traditional foods.
Flavour: Mild, bean-like and slightly nutty with a firm texture.
Common uses: Soups, stews, salads, homemade soya milk, tofu projects and fermented preparations.
Pairs well with: Ginger, garlic, sesame, chilli, spring onion and savoury sauces.
How to use: Soak thoroughly, discard the soaking water and cook in fresh water until completely tender.
Compare with: Soya beans are firmer and richer in protein and fat than many common beans.
Substitute: Edamame gives a fresher green-soya character; chickpeas can replace them in some salads and stews.
Storage: Store dry and sealed away from humidity.
Good to know: Dried soya beans require thorough cooking and should not be eaten raw or undercooked.
