Chickpea seeds are high in protein. It is one of the earliest Cultivated legumes. Chickpea is a key ingredient in hummus and chana masala, and it can be ground into flour called Gram Flour, ground and shaped in balls and fried as falafel, stirred into a batter and baked to make farinata. It is also used in salads, soups and stews, curry and other meal products like channa.

Two varieties of chickpeas

• Desi chickpea
• Kabuli chickpea

They are green when picked early and vary through tan or beige, speckled, dark brown to black. 75% of world production is of the smaller desi type. The plant grows to 20 – 50 cm (8 – 20 in) high and has small, feathery leaves on either side of the stem. Chickpeas are a type of pulse, with one seedpod containing two or three peas. It has white flowers with blue, violet, or pink veins. A 100 g serving of cooked chickpeas provides 164 kilocalories (690 kJ). Cooked chickpeas are 60% water, 27% carbohydrates, 9% protein and 4% fat.

Kabuli 

Kabuli Chick peas sizes are 7, 8, 9 and 10mm and hence a very low glycemic index which may make them suitable for people with blood sugar problems. Kabuli Chick peas, which has lighter colored, larger seeds and a smoother coat.

The Kabuli variety has a thin, white seed coat and it is relatively bigger in size than other variety. It is grown in temperate and sub-tropical regions. The Kabuli variety has a thin, white seed coat and it is relatively bigger in size than other variety. It is grown in temperate and sub-tropical regions. Kabuli have large, rounder seeds, weighing about 400mg. They are white to cream colored and are almost exclusively used whole. They are preferred through the

Mediterranean region. Kabuli Chick peas is used mainly in salad bars, soups, snack food, vegetable mixes, or ground into hummus.

Desi Chick peas

The Desi type is smaller in size, has a thick, dark colored seed coat and is either de-hulled and split or de-hulled and ground into flour. It can also be roasted and puffed after splitting. Desi Chick peas has high fiber content compared to the Kabuli variety, which has small, darker seeds and a rough coat.

The Desi type is used to make Chana Dal, which is a split chickpea with the skin removed. Desi Chick peas are used mainly in dhal, sauces, puffed or ground into flour. It is widely used in Asian and African cuisines. Desi is likely the earliest form since it closely resembles seeds found both on archaeological sites and the wild plant ancestor (Cicero reticulate) of domesticated chick peas, which only grows in southeast Turkey, where it is believed to have originated. Desi chick peas have a markedly higher fiber content than Desi types have small angular seeds weighing about 120 mg, are wrinkled at the beak and range in color from brown, light brown, fawn, yellow, orange, black or green. They are normally dehulled and split to obtain dhal and are favored in India.

Chickpea Specifications

Nutrition Facts

• Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
• MycotoxinsProduct is routinely checked for Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin and it complies with the regulations of the destination country.

   

  GM declaration

  To the best of our knowledge this product is non-GM and does not contain GM processing agents. This has been verified by organic certification and by traceability/identity preservation systems including adequate separation.

   

  Allergens statement

  Free of any known Allergens.

   

  Shelf life

  Chick peas can be stored for 12 months, without exposure to heat, light and moisture. To maintain the product in best condition it is advisable to protect it from exposure to pests and extremes of moisture, light and temperature.

• Product packaging 20 – 25 kg, PP Kraft Bags with heat sealed inner poly liner or as per customer requirements. Other options can be suggested. Any other mandatory requirements will be complying to the respective regulations of the destination country.

   

  Health Benefits

  • Helps Control Blood Sugar Levels
  • Increases Satiety and Helps with Weight Loss
  • Improves Digestion Thanks to a High Fiber Content.
  • Helps Protect Against Heart Disease and Cancer.
  • Provides Essential Vitamins and Minerals
  • Great Source of Plant-Based Protein

   

  Special remarks

  The content of this specification is based on typical information for this product and results obtained from our own due diligence sampling, assessment, and testing protocols, in addition to any testing/sampling that has been undertaken by our supplier.

   

  However, due to the nature of this product, which is not completely homogenous, test results are indicative / referral and may not be entirely representative of the product throughout the lot. In addition, the content of this Specification does not confirm or ensure that the product is safe for all intended uses.

   

  Our quality and technical documentation does not relieve the customer of their responsibilities to check that the goods supplied are suitable and considered safe for their intended use before purchase. The data provided is for information only.

   

  Any other mandatory requirements will be complying to the respective regulations of the destination country.

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