Chickpeas (Kabuli / Desi)

Product: Chickpeas (Kabuli / Desi)
Supplier: Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd
Category: Pulses / Legumes
Energy: 360 – 380 kcal per 100g
Carbohydrates: 60% – 65%
Protein: 18% – 22%
Fat: 5% – 6%
Fiber: 10% – 12%
Form: Whole dried pulses
Moisture: ≤ 12%
Use: Food, processing, plant-based diets
Advantage: High protein, versatile, nutrient-rich
Packaging: Bulk / 25kg / 50kg / jumbo bags (customizable)

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Chickpeas (Kabuli / Desi) are high-quality pulses supplied by Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd, a trusted global exporter of agricultural commodities. These protein-rich legumes are widely consumed worldwide and are essential in a variety of traditional and modern cuisines.

Kabuli chickpeas are larger, light-colored, and smooth-coated, commonly used in salads, hummus, and premium food products. Desi chickpeas are smaller, darker, and have a rough coat, typically used in curries, flour production (besan), and traditional dishes.

Chickpeas are valued for their high protein, fiber, and mineral content, making them an excellent choice for healthy and plant-based diets. Our chickpeas are carefully cleaned, graded, and sorted to ensure uniform size, high purity, and export-quality standards suitable for global markets.

Variety Comparison Table

Type	Appearance	Common Uses
Kabuli	Large, beige, smooth	Salads, hummus, canned foods
Desi	Small, brown, rough coat	Curries, flour (besan), traditional foods

Nutritional Composition Table (Per 100g)

Component	Value	Function / Benefit
Energy	360 – 380 kcal	Provides sustained energy
Carbohydrates	60% – 65%	Main energy source
Protein	18% – 22%	High plant-based protein
Fat	5% – 6%	Provides healthy fats
Dietary Fiber	10% – 12%	Supports digestion and gut health
Minerals	Iron, Magnesium, Potassium	Supports overall nutrition

Physical & Quality Specifications

Property	Specification
Form	Whole dried pulses
Color	Beige (Kabuli) / Brown (Desi)
Size	Uniform graded sizes
Moisture	≤ 12%
Purity	High-grade, cleaned & sorted
Storage	Cool, dry, ventilated conditions

Applications

Use Category	Application Examples
Food Industry	Hummus, canned chickpeas, snacks
Household Use	Cooking, curries, salads
Processing	Chickpea flour (besan), protein products
Health Foods	Plant-based and high-protein diets