Chick Peas
This cream-colored pulse is part of the legume family. Chickpeas are
consumed for their appetite filling, high fibre content, proteins and
unique taste. Chick peas are very good source of carbohydrates and
proteins, which altogether constitute about 80% of the total dry seed
weight. Starch, which is the principal carbohydrate component, varies
in content from 41 - 50%. Total seed carbohydrates vary from 52 - 71%.
The crude protein content of chick peas varieties ranges from 16 -
24%. Crude fiber, an important constituent of chick peas is mostly
located within the seed coat.
Foreign Matter 0.2% Max
Under Size Seed 1% Max
Badly Damaged Beans 1
Split Seed 0.5%
Chickpeas
Chickpeas is a good source of zinc, folate and protein. They are also
very high in dietary fibre and thus are a healthy food source,
especially as a source of carbohydrates for people with insulin
sensitivity or diabetes. They are low in fat, and most of the fat
content is polyunsaturated.
Fungi: Absent
Foreign Matter: ? 0.2%
Matches and/or broken: ? 2%
Green and/or discoloured: ? 1%
Stained: ? 1%
Max. Humidity: ? 13%