Chickpea is one of the oldest cultures on the planet, most widely used in Asian cooking. If you prefer healthy and tasty food, carefully monitor your figure, be sure to include this product in your diet.
The benefits and composition of chickpeas
Chickpeas (chickpeas, lamb peas) contain a large amount of protein, thanks to which they can replace meat to a certain extent. Depending on the variety, the protein content in the grains is 20-30%. Chickpeas are an excellent source of lecithin, B vitamins, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, sodium, selenium, iron, zinc.
100 grams of dry grains contains up to 20 milligrams of vitamin C. In germinating seeds, this figure increases 5-7 times in about 2 weeks. In addition, chickpeas are rich in unsaturated fats - 4-7% by weight. 100 grams of chickpeas contains about 360 calories.
For full saturation, it is enough to consume an average portion of this product.
High-quality proteins, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats are what the chickpea provides to the body. Chickpea contains edible plant fibers - soluble and insoluble. Peas are a healthy source of carbohydrates, which is especially important for people with diabetes.
Chickpea fibers help to reduce blood cholesterol levels, cleanse the intestines from toxins and toxins, and also have the ability to prevent the growth of bacteria and the development of putrefactive processes. In addition, chickpeas are an excellent source of antioxidants.
Chick peas have no contraindications, except for individual intolerance to the product. But when overeating, flatulence is possible.
Culinary secrets
Most often, light varieties of chickpea are used in cooking, the recipes for which are huge. Peas can be added to vegetable soups to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of the dish. The green leaves of this culture can be eaten fresh or added to vegetable salads.
Turkish peas can also be used as an independent main course or as a side dish for meat. It is best to boil the chickpeas first. To do this, first soak it in water, then stew it with onions, vegetables, tomatoes. Flavoring boiled peas with spices such as coriander, cumin, black pepper and chili, nutmeg and green lettuce leaves a mouthwatering snack.
Germinated grains have a peculiar nutty flavor. Alternatively, chickpeas can be used to make pea flour and bake bread or tortillas. Chickpeas go well with meat dishes. The cooking time for chickpeas is 1.5-2 hours, and if it is pre-soaked for a day, this time will be halved.
