North American Chickpeas Suppliers and Manufacturers

Types Of Chick Peas 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, mainly grown in Southern Europe, Northern Africa, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Chile, also introduced during the 18th century to the Indian subcontinent. Kabuli (meaning from Kabul in Hindi, since they were thought to have come from Afghanistan when first seen in India) or safed chana is the kind widely grown throughout the Mediterranean. 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. It is widely used in Spain, Algeria, Pakistan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, United Kingdom and Italy, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. Specification of Kabuli Chick Peas Properties Values / Limits Moisture (V/W) Max. 12% Broken /Split / Insect Infested Max 2.0-2.5% Aborted / Green / Brown Seeds Max. 1.0-6.5% Stained Seeds Max. 0.5-6.5% Smooth Seeds Max. 0.5 6.5% Extra. Foreign matter (by weight) Max. 0.2%

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, cultivated mostly in the Australia, Indian subcontinent, Iran, Mexico & Ethiopia. The Desi (meaning country or local in Hindi) is also known as Bengal gram or kala chana. 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. It is mainly produced in Australia, Canada, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Tanzania and Malawi in Africa & exported to India, Bangladesh, Pakistan & Sri Lanka. Specification of Desi Chick Peas Properties Values / Limits Foreign Matter Max. 1% Green (Cotyledon color), Immature, shrunken, shriveled seeds Max. 3% Broken and Splits Max. 2% Damaged and Weeviled 3% (Weeviled 2% max.) Moisture 10% Varietals Admixture Max. 3% Processing The grades are Machine Cleaned, HPS (hand-picked and selected) Sortexed Storage Chick peas can be stored for 6-12 months, without exposure to heat, light and moisture.

Chickpeas Specifications: PROPERTIES VALUES & LIMITS Product Name: Chickpeas / Kabuli Chana Chickpeas Counts: 58-60/ 9 MM, 44-46/ 11 MM, 42-44/ 12 MM Cleaning: Sortex Cleaned Admixture: 0.50% to 1% Max Broken Kernels: 1-2% Max Moisture: 12% Max Damaged Kernels: 1-3% Max Discoloured kernels: 2-3% Max Weevilled: 0.3% Max Packaging Details: TYPES OF BAGS QUANTITY PP Bag 25 / 50 KG in New PP Bag - As Per Customer Requirement Container Capacity: TYPE OF CONTAINER QUANTITY 20' FT Container 23-24 Metric Tons 40' FT Container - Chickpeas Benefits and Uses: â?? It is an active ingredient in indian cuisine, which is made into curries and snacks. Manganese for energy production & iron boost. Chickpeas can be used almost in every food item. It is also used along with salads and taken as healthy food item. Chick peas are enjoyed as desserts or sweets when you are completed with your lunch or dinner. Chickpeas can also be converted into powdered form and it can be preserved longer. Helps in stabilizing blood sugar.

Specification of Kabuli Chick Peas Properties Values / Limits Moisture (V/W) Max. 12% Broken /Split / Insect Infested Max 2.0-2.5% Aborted / Green / Brown Seeds Max. 1.0-6.5% Stained Seeds Max. 0.5-6.5% Smooth Seeds Max. 0.5 â?? 6.5% Extra. Foreign matter (by weight) Max. 0.2% 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, cultivated mostly in the Australia, Indian subcontinent, Iran, Mexico & Ethiopia. The Desi (meaning â??countryâ?? or â??localâ?? in Hindi) is also known as Bengal gram or kala chana. 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.