Nevado Exports

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION*/100g - Energy : 1400 KJ Minimum ; - Protein : 20.20% Minimum ; - Fat : 1.5% Minimum ; ----- - Moisture : 11% Maximum ; - Serious defects : 0.5% Maximum ; - Foreign Material : 0.5% Maximum ; ------ MICROBIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS >> - Total plate count : NMT 50,000/gram ; - Coliforms : NMT 25/gram ; - E. Coli : Negative in 100-gram sample ; - Salmonella spp. : Negative in 100-gram sample ; - Yeast: NMT 100/gram ; - Mould < 20PPB; ------ TYPE: WHOLE PEELED

Pulses

Encompassing a wide range of individual seeds and grains, Australian grown pulses include lentils, mungbean, Red lentil. Highly desirable for human consumption due to high nutritional content and easy food processing methods. Australia's diverse agricultural conditions and strict bulk handling, storage and shipping standards ensure a high-quality commodity always reaches our clients. The Nzac Foods team have formed strong professional relationships with pulse growers, particularly those in Western Australia, New South Wales and South Australia who are the largest domestic producers. Paired with our excellent interstate and international logistical network, we can offer fast and efficient delivery of pulses to your premises.

The lentil (Lens culinaris) is a suitable for-eating pulse of the legume or Fabaceae family. The seeds are lens-shaped and develop into brief flat pods. Lentils are on hand in quite a number of shapes, sizes and colours. Lentils are on the way to becoming the next staple meal alongside potatoes and bread. Types of lentils to look out for consist of inexperienced lentils, black lentils, beluga lentils, purple lentils, and yellow lentils. The green, French and yellow lentils are typically offered with the seed coat on. The pink lentil is rounder, smaller and marketed with the seed coat attached. Lentils have a lengthy record as a meal source, originating in the Near East. The excessive degree of protein and iron makes them a nutritious crop and perfect for vegetarian diets. Red lentils are most often consumed as split lentils. The large green lentil is popular in the diets of many other cultures around the world and commands a focus on quality attributes to meet the market demand.

Red Split Lentils are a colourful and flavour-filled pulse. More orange than red, they have a light nutty flavor and aroma. With no need to pre-soak and quick to prepare; they are great intact in salads and burgers, or can easily be cooked to a lush creamy consistency perfect for traditional Indian recipes. These premium Red Split Lentils are Certified Organic and are grown and processed without any artificial inputs. They have no added preservatives and are non-GMO. Whole Red Lentils are yummy and easy to prepare and cook up quickly, but become soft and do not hold their shape well. They are best used to thicken a dish or in purees. They are most commonly used in Middle Eastern or Indian food dishes but can also be used for dhal, soups, stews & lentil patties. Whole Red Lentils are low in fat and are high in fiber for good digestive function and also assist in lowering cholesterol re-absorption. They are also high in iron (non-heme) and contain magnesium to aid in Calcium absorption and healthy nerve function. Remember that combining lentils with a grain-like?Rice? or?Amaranth?gives you a complete protein mix. It's helpful to remember that sprouted lentils contain extra nutrients and are easier to digest due to their rich enzyme content. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, lentils have a neutral thermal nature and are beneficial to the heart, circulation, stimulate the adrenal function and increases the vitality of the kidneys.