Azure Market Garbanzo Beans (Chick Peas)

Also called the chick pea, the garbanzo bean is one of the oldest domesticated legumes in the world—archaeological evidence suggests it may have been grown in the Middle East as long as 9,500 years ago! During the Middle Ages, it was ascribed many (rather questionable) medical uses, even earning a mention by Charlemagne around the year 800. During World War I, someone had the idea to substitute ground garbanzo beans for coffee grounds—and some people still do so today!

It’s not hard to see why the garbanzo bean has been so popular over the centuries—or why it continues to be so popular among Azure customers. It’s a rich source of several vital nutrients and minerals; 100 grams of garbanzo beans contains 20% or more of the daily value for protein, folate (vitamin B9), dietary fiber, iron, phosphorus, and manganese. 

Garbanzo beans remain critically important in Middle Eastern cuisine, as well as those of India and the Mediterranean. They form the central ingredient in hummus and falafel, and are a staple in many curries, soups, and salads. Because of their high protein content, distinctive texture (firmer and less mushy than most beans), and versatile flavor, they make a fantastic addition to vegetarian or vegan dishes, but they’re a great addition to any diet.

• Non-GMO
• Kosher
• Product of Mexico, Argentina, and the USA

Product meets or exceeds USDA guidelines. While we use the most modern equipment and standards when cleaning, processing, and packing this product, the contents of this bag are a natural product grown in the earth. It is not always possible to remove all foreign material. Please sort and rinse thoroughly before cooking.

Azure Market products are re-packaged by Azure for your convenience in a facility that meets Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) standards, including an approved allergen control program.

Serving Size 1/4 cup dry (45g)
Calories 110
Total Fat 2g 3%
---Saturated Fat 0g 0%
---Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 25mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 10%
---Dietary Fiber 14g 56%
---Total Sugars 1g
------Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 8g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Iron 0.48mg 6%
Potassium 0mg 0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in
a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories
a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

garbanzo beans (chick peas)

Directions

Bring water to a boil, reduce to a slow simmer, and cook until the beans are tender. Timing generally varies with the age of the chickpeas, but with a presoak it typically takes about 1 1/2 hours. If not presoaked, cooking time can be up to four hours.