Broad Beans

Product: Broad Beans (Fava Beans)
Supplier: Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd
Category: Pulses / Legumes
Energy: 340 – 360 kcal per 100g
Carbohydrates: 55% – 60%
Protein: 24% – 26%
Fat: 1% – 2%
Fiber: 10% – 13%
Form: Whole dried beans
Moisture: ≤ 12%
Use: Cooking, food processing, health diets
Advantage: High protein, creamy texture, versatile use
Packaging: Bulk / 25kg / 50kg / jumbo bags (customizable)

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Broad Beans are high-quality pulses supplied by Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd, a trusted global exporter of agricultural commodities. Also known as fava beans, they are widely consumed for their rich flavor, high protein content, and strong nutritional value.

Broad beans are commonly used in soups, stews, salads, and traditional dishes across many cuisines. They are valued for their creamy texture when cooked and their ability to absorb flavors well in recipes.

Our broad beans are carefully cleaned, graded, and sorted to ensure uniform size, high purity, and excellent cooking performance, meeting international export standards for quality and consistency.

Nutritional Composition Table (Per 100g)

Component	Value	Function / Benefit
Energy	340 – 360 kcal	Provides sustained energy
Carbohydrates	55% – 60%	Main energy source
Protein	24% – 26%	High plant-based protein
Fat	1% – 2%	Low fat content
Dietary Fiber	10% – 13%	Supports digestion and gut health
Minerals	Iron, Magnesium, Potassium	Supports overall nutrition

Physical & Quality Specifications

Property	Specification
Form	Whole dried beans
Color	Light green / beige (variety dependent)
Size	Large, uniform graded
Moisture	≤ 12%
Purity	High-grade, cleaned & sorted
Cooking Quality	Soft, creamy texture when cooked
Storage	Cool, dry, ventilated conditions

Applications

Use Category	Application Examples
Food Industry	Soups, stews, traditional dishes
Household Use	Daily cooking, salads, side dishes
Processing	Packaged meals, frozen foods
Health Foods	High-protein plant-based diets