Cowpeas (Black-Eyed Peas)

Product: Cowpeas (Black-Eyed Peas)
Supplier: Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd
Category: Pulses / Legumes
Energy: 330 – 350 kcal per 100g
Carbohydrates: 58% – 62%
Protein: 23% – 25%
Fat: 1% – 2%
Fiber: 10% – 13%
Form: Whole dried beans
Moisture: ≤ 12%
Use: Cooking, food processing, traditional dishes
Advantage: Drought-resistant, high protein, versatile use
Packaging: Bulk / 25kg / 50kg / jumbo bags (customizable)

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Cowpeas (Black-Eyed Peas) are high-quality pulses supplied by Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd, a trusted global exporter of agricultural commodities. Recognized by their distinctive black “eye” marking, cowpeas are widely consumed across Africa, Asia, and other global markets due to their excellent nutritional value and versatility.

They are commonly used in soups, stews, salads, and traditional dishes, and can also be processed into flour and food blends. Cowpeas are valued for their high protein content, dietary fiber, and ability to thrive in dry climates, making them an important staple crop for food security.

Our cowpeas are carefully cleaned, graded, and sorted to ensure uniform size, high purity, and excellent cooking performance, meeting international export standards.

Nutritional Composition Table (Per 100g)

Component	Value	Function / Benefit
Energy	330 – 350 kcal	Provides sustained energy
Carbohydrates	58% – 62%	Main energy source
Protein	23% – 25%	High plant-based protein
Fat	1% – 2%	Low fat content
Dietary Fiber	10% – 13%	Supports digestion and gut health
Minerals	Iron, Potassium, Magnesium	Supports overall nutrition

Physical & Quality Specifications

Property	Specification
Form	Whole dried beans
Color	Cream/white with black eye mark
Size	Uniform graded
Moisture	≤ 12%
Purity	High-grade, cleaned & sorted
Cooking Quality	Softens well, slightly creamy texture
Storage	Cool, dry, ventilated conditions

Applications

Use Category	Application Examples
Food Industry	Soups, stews, traditional meals
Household Use	Daily cooking, side dishes
Processing	Flour, canned and packaged foods
Health Foods	Plant-based protein diets