Garbanzo Beans

Chick Peas

Garbanzo Beans are small, hard, knobby, beige beans about 3/8 inch round. The nutty flavor and firm texture of the Garbanzo Bean makes it very versatile. Also known as chick peas, Ceci, cici, cheechee, Pois Chiche, Gran, Kabuli, Channa, or Safaid Beans. Garbanzo are found often in Indian and Mediterranean dishes. They are high in fat content and are a good source of calcium, the B Vitamins, protein and iron.

Suggested Use:
Garbanzo Beans are eaten in India boiled, fried, roasted, sprouted, stewed, in soups, and ground into flour. Serve cold in a vinaigrette or simply toss with olive oil and garlic. The best known Garbanzo dishes are hummus and falafel.