(Scientific Name – Cicer arietinum)
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| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~360 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58–61 g |
| Protein | 18–20 g |
| Fat | 5–6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 15–17 g |
| Characteristics |
|---|
| Medium-sized, round, uniform grains. |
| Mild nutty flavour and smooth texture. |
| High protein and fibre content. |
| Excellent hydration and cooking consistency. |
| Naturally gluten-free. |
| Applications |
|---|
| Retail packaged chickpeas. |
| Curries, salads, snacks, and hummus. |
| Ready-to-eat and foodservice applications. |
| Plant-based and vegan formulations. |
| Sensory Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin: India | |
| Appearance: Uniform | |
| Colour: Cream | |
| Taste: Typical | |
| Smell: No off odour |
| Physicochemical Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Size: 8–10 mm | |
| Damaged ≤ 1% | |
| Foreign Matter ≤ 0.01% | |
| Moisture ≤ 12% | |
| Infestation Nil |
| Food Safety | |
|---|---|
| GMO / Radiation / Allergen: No | |
| Pesticide Residue / Heavy Metal / Aflatoxin: As per EU / USDA Regulations | |
| Shelf Life: 24 Months in a sealed pack temperature-controlled environment | |
| Gluten: Gluten Free (As per EU / USDA Regulations) | |
| Salmonella (per 25g): Absent | |
| E. coli (per g) < 10 |
| Packaging & Storage | |
|---|---|
| Packaging (SKUs): 1000 Kg / 25 Kg or as per buyer's requirement | |
| Storage: Must be stored in cool and dry area on pallets. | |
| Ambient temperature not to be exposed to sunlight. | |
| Cool temperature less than 22 °C is preferred for a long storage. |
| Acceptable For | |
|---|---|
| Vegetarians: Yes | |
| Lacto-vegetarians: Yes | |
| Vegans: Yes | |
| Kosher-certified: Yes | |
| Halal-certified: Yes |
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