Did you know that the beans are one of the oldest cultivated crops around? According to some reports, 7500 year-old remains of this big bean were found in the Middle East – they are old! They are also an excellent source of vegetable protein and fiber quality. And they are cheap, nutritionally dense and very versatile. In fact, this favorite is so super-versatile and "exotic" that could become your ancestors, its snack, dessert or even their pancakes! This, my friends, is the great GARBANZO!
Call it a chickpea or call it a garbanzo bean, is the same thing. For me, the grain always conjure memories of my time in India wonderful tasting, exotic dishes specially prepared from various regions. Many of these delicacies were made of grass flour or meal Besan – which are made of Earth garbanzo beans. In fact, I was in heaven garbanzo everytime I bit into a Besan Ladoo, a sweet treat made with garbanzo bean flour and spices like cardamom. No wonder India is the world's leading producer of garbanzo beans, followed by Pakistan and Turkey.These days, you will find gluten-free products – everything from biscuits pancakes – often contain garbanzo bean flour. This adds protein and versatility.
When you add these grain delicious menu, you'll be getting a good bang for your buck! Just a cup of cooked grain has:
Can't beat that! Sweet and smooth taste, will increase to almost any favorite dish. Let's start with what I call "The Great" Garbanzo Garnish. Be generous!
Garnish green leaves with lots of salads these beans. Garnish soups, stews and e.g. casseroles. Garnish hot beans cooked dishes. Garnish saut̩ed veggie dishes. Garnish toasted pita bread. Garnish tortillas pizza. Garnish warmed Рand be sure to add a bit of cheese and tomato, maybe a little avocado. tomato sliced Garnish; great with fresh cheese and olive oil.
While canned bean is easy to use, you can also cook up a fresh pot yourself. start by soaking the seeds overnight. Discard the water immersion, fill the pot with water and simmer until tender, about 1 ½ to 2 hours.For flavor, add some chopped onions and garlic.Be sure to cook until tender; drain and keep them handy on the fridge, ready for use.
Here are more great ways to glorify the nozzle:
In case you're curious, here is a recipe for Besan Ladoos.
Have a hankering for grain? have a favorite recipe? I'd love to hear!
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