Product Information: Grown in Italy, Alce Nero organic chickpeas are ideal for salads and soups. They are also delicious when eaten alone, cooked with various sauces, or added to stews and other dishes. Chickpeas are commonly used to make hummus (mashed chickpeas with oil and spices) and falafel (patties). Predominantly featured in Asian, North African, and Mediterranean cuisine, chickpeas are a hearty food product.
Rich in protein and fiber, chickpeas help maintain muscle mass, preserve muscle, and support normal bone health. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.
Preparation: Soak for 12 hours in cold water (change water at least once), then cook in unsalted water for about 60-65 minutes. Add salt only towards the end of cooking. Spices such as turmeric, ginger, cumin, fennel, coriander, and others can be used to aid digestion and enhance flavor.
Ingredients: Organic chickpeas.
The product may contain traces of soy, nuts, and sesame.
Nutritional value per 100g: Energy 1579 kJ/376 kcal, fat 4.9g (of which saturated fatty acids 0.6g), carbohydrates 54g (of which sugars 3.7g), fiber 14g, protein 22g, salt 0.02g.