Mashed Beans

Product name: Faba Beans Botanical name: Vicia Faba L. Family name: Fabaceae Origin: Egypt Packing: 25 kg bags HS Code: 071350 Description: Vicia faba has many nutritious seeds and pods. Millions of people around the world are eating it. Vicia faba which is also known as faba bean or broad bean, is back to the legume family, Leguminosae (also known as Fabaceae) that is rich with protein because it can fix nitrogen from the air through a symbiotic relationship with bacteria housed in root nodules. Vicia faba is a rigidly upstanding plant whereas its tall is 0.5-1.8m, with a strong rod of a square cross-section. The leaf's color is distinct glaucous grey-green and varies between 10-25 cm long Culinary uses: Fava bean was the main dish for old Mediterranean civilizations, especially for the Romans and Ancient Greeks. in China, Malaysia, Colombia, Peru (habas saladas), Guatemala (habas), Mexico (habas con chile), Gilan (North of Iran), and Thailand (where their name means "open-mouth nut") they fry the beans till the skin becomes open ten put salt and/ or spice and it is considered there as a savory, crunchy snack The fava bean is known in some Arab countries as ful medames and they eat it as breakfast Fava beans are major in Latin American dishes, also in central Mexico; mashed fava beans are known as filling for many corn flour-based antojito snacks such as tlacoyos. In Colombia, it is used in vegetable soups. Many Latin countries consider dried and salted fava beans a snack In Egypt, Fava beans (Arabic: �?�?�?â?? â??f�«l pronounced [fu�?l]) are a famous food and traditional dish in the Egyptian diet whether for the rich or poor. They cook them in different ways may be shelled and then dried, they buy it dry and then cook it after adding water to it in very low for several heat hours, etc. After that, it is served with bread as breakfast after adding some spices like salt, cumin, and oil to mashed cooked beans it is called ful medames. Not only do the Egyptians eat Fava Beans but also they use them as an important ingredient of Falafel. The ancient Egyptian beans Beans have good smell flowers from which they extract fragrance, they are used drenched as a treatment for Beans have been found in a tomb in the era of the twelfth Dynasty (2000-1788) BC They also used it as dressing for the knee to kill the pain, Also, they used it as creme for glands. CONTACT THE SPECIALIST NOW 24/7 NO BROKERS PLS

Product name: Dried Broad Beans Botanical name: Vicia Faba L. Family name: Fabaceae Origin: Egypt Packing: 25 kg bags HS Code: 07135000 Dried: by Air Dried The Story of Dried Broad Beans in Ancient Egypt Dried broad beans, also known as fava beans, played a significant role in the daily life and diet of the ancient Egyptians. As one of the oldest cultivated crops in the region, broad beans were a staple food that provided essential nutrients to the people, from farmers and workers to priests and royalty. Dried Broad Beans in Ancient Egyptian Diet Broad beans were a major source of protein, fiber, and energy, making them a crucial part of the Egyptian diet. They were often dried for long-term storage and later rehydrated for cooking. These beans were commonly prepared in stews, mashed into pastes, or cooked with onions and herbs to create hearty meals. It is believed that broad beans were a common food for laborers, including those who worked on great construction projects like the pyramids. Their high nutritional value helped sustain workers during long hours of physical labor. Religious and Cultural Significance The relationship between ancient Egyptians and broad beans is somewhat mysterious. Some historical accounts suggest that broad beans were avoided by priests and possibly considered impure in religious practices. Greek historian Herodotus claimed that Egyptian priests did not eat or even touch broad beans, although this claim remains debated among scholars. Despite this, broad beans were widely consumed by the general population and even placed in tombs as food offerings for the dead, ensuring sustenance in the afterlife. This suggests that, while possibly avoided by religious elites, broad beans were still valued as an essential food source. Medicinal Uses of Broad Beans Ancient Egyptian healers used various plants and legumes in their medicine, and broad beans were likely recognized for their health benefits. They are rich in protein, iron, and vitamins, which would have been useful for maintaining strength and vitality. However, some people have a genetic condition called favism, which causes a reaction to broad beans, and it is possible that ancient Egyptians were aware of this sensitivity. The Legacy of Dried Broad Beans Broad beans remained a central part of Egyptian cuisine throughout history. Today, they are a key ingredient in Ful Medames, Egypt's national dish, which dates back thousands of years. Ful Medames, a slow-cooked dish of mashed fava beans, continues to be a beloved breakfast meal across Egypt and the Middle East. The story of dried broad beans in ancient Egypt reflects their importance as a nutritious, sustaining food, deeply connected to both daily life and cultural traditions. Their legacy lives on in modern Egyptian cuisine, linking today's meals to the diets of ancient civilizations. CONTACT THE SPECIALIST NOW (24/7) NO BROKERS PLS