Chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) are a versatile & nutritious legume. They can be ground and used as a flour or cooked & added int0 soups and casseroles.
Australian Chickpeas (Whole, Dried) – Bulk
$1.03 – $10.30
Description
Chickpeas have a slight nutty flavour and go particularly well with garlic & coriander. Dried chickpeas are much more economical option when compared to tinned or fresh and have a more natural flavor.
You can also freeze any leftover beans for later if required. The dried beans do have to be soaked before you can cook them. Once cooked, you can add them into soups, stews, cassaroles, salads, blended them into dips or ground them to make falafels.
How To Cook Dried Chickpeas:
- They will need to be soaked for 12 hours or overnight. For 1 cup of dried chickpeas, add 4 cups of water for soaking.
- Drain & rinse, removing any discoloured, cracked or broken ones.
- Place soaked peas into a saucepan and cover with fresh water.
- Bring to the boil before reducing heat and simmer for 45min to 1 hour or until tender.
As with many legumes, avoid adding any salt to the cooking process, as this can create a tough texture.
