Retail – East End CHICKPEA KABULI CHANA 500g

Description

E.E. Chickpea Kabuli Chana 500 g, a versatile pulse for everyday cooking.

This single 500 g retail pack of dried Kabuli chickpeas comes from East End Foods of Birmingham. Kabuli chana are the large, pale chickpeas prized across Indian, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking, and 500 g is a comfortable amount for a household to soak, cook and use across a few meals. Expect a creamy bite and a gentle, nutty taste.

Key Features

• Handy 500 g retail pack, right for family sized cooking
• Mild, nutty flavour and a creamy texture once cooked
• Naturally high in plant protein and fibre (verify nutrition on pack)
• Great for chana masala, hummus, salads, soups and roasted snacks
• Dried for cupboard storage and full control over seasoning

Cooking and Uses: Soak the chickpeas overnight in cold water, then drain and rinse. Cover with fresh water and simmer until tender, roughly one to one and a half hours, or use a pressure cooker to cut the time. Use them in curries such as chana masala, blend into hummus, toss through salads, or roast with spices for a crunchy snack.

Storage

Keep dried chickpeas in a cool, dry place and reseal after opening. Cooked chickpeas keep in the fridge for a few days or freeze well.