White Kabuli chickpeas, a prized legume variety, stand out for their large, round shape and creamy color. Originating from the Mediterranean and Middle East, these chickpeas are a culinary gem globally. Their smooth texture, nutty flavor, and versatility make them a favorite in various dishes, from classic hummus to hearty salads. Beyond their delicious taste, white Kabuli chickpeas are a rich source of plant-based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, contributing to digestive health and overall well-being. Whether roasted, boiled, or blended, these chickpeas elevate recipes with a delightful combination of taste and nutrition. When buying kabuli chickpeas wholesale, it is important to check out the kabuli chana wholesale price.
The various types/breeds of kabuli chickpeas
- Black kabuli chickpeas/desi chickpeas- Black chickpeas, also known as desi chickpeas in India, are a variety of chickpeas distinguished by their smaller size and darker color compared to the more common Kabuli chickpeas. These nutrient-rich legumes have a rougher texture and a slightly nuttier flavor, making them a popular ingredient in Indian cuisine. Black chickpeas are often used in dishes like chana masala, soups, stews, and snacks, and they are prized for their high protein and fiber content, as well as their versatility in cooking.
- White chickpeas/ kabuli chickpeas- White chickpeas, also known as Kabuli chickpeas or garbanzo beans, are a variety of chickpeas distinguished by their large, round shape and cream-colored appearance. These versatile legumes have a smooth texture and a mild, nutty flavor, making them a staple ingredient in cuisines around the world. Kabuli chickpeas are commonly used in dishes like hummus, salads, soups, stews, and curries, and they are prized for their high protein and fiber content, as well as their ability to absorb flavors and spices.
Types of US white kabuli chickpeas:
- Orion type- Orion is a large-seeded kabuli chickpea which has been especially developed for shorter growing season in the US. Typically, it takes three to seven months for this type of chickpea to mature and wait until the plant’s leaves have shriveled up and turned down before removing the whole plant from the ground.
- Troy type– In the US, Troy type chickpeas refer to a specific variety of chickpeas characterized by their small size and round shape. Troy type chickpeas have a firmer texture compared to larger varieties like Kabuli chickpeas. This firmness holds up well in cooking and makes them suitable for recipes where chickpeas need to retain their shape, such as in salads or pasta dishes
- Sierra type- Sierra type chickpeas, also known as Sierra Garbanzo beans, are a specific variety of chickpeas which has a nutty flavor profile. It also has a smooth texture internally as well as externally.
Trade in Kabuli chickpeas with Mega Grain
In the present year of trading, the overall trading for white kabuli chickpeas, and other varieties of kabuli chickpeas is set to follow a positive trend as the market analytics show that the production in India alone can be around 432 KMT. In fact, the highly optimistic estimate shows the production shoot up to 550 KMT. Conversely, India may also witness imports of small and medium size mainly from Sudan. Mexico, one of the major producers of white chickpeas which remain in fray with India might register their supplies similar to the last year. Estimates show that the export potential for Mexican white chickpeas is well placed at 107 KMT. It is to be noted that the countries like Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Turkiye, Canada remain shall remain the top suppliers in the current year. Russia is also poised to become of major exporter of chickpeas. Europe, on the other hand will see a rise in import of chickpeas after import slowdown in the year 2021 and 2022. White chickpeas, due to its round the year demand can be a hard find especially for bulk buyers. However, Mega Grain in its agro-commodity trading platform has alleviated this issue to a great extent. At our platform, the buyers get exposure to the international base of sellers of kabuli chickpeas which gives them the opportunity to buy white chickpeas in bulk. Moreover, the sellers at our platform get the opportunity to strengthen their business through our platform.