Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are an indigenous variety of the Sicilian territory; they are wrinkled to the touch and have an irregular shape that resembles the head of a ram. This lesser-known type of legume is rich in fiber and iron. Unlike white chickpeas, the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte require longer cooking times and have a more intense flavor! Format: 250 g The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are a typical legume from the province of Enna, rich in iron and with an intense flavor. They are an ancient and endangered legume, therefore particularly rare and precious, as this variety requires the use of manual labor during production and small areas can be cultivated. The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are among the most characteristic due to their coloration that distinctly separates them from all others. They have a black coating, are grown in loose soils that are very rich in iron and protein, and improve soil fertility! Production Location: the Enna Hills The Enna hills are part of that Sicilian hinterland where cereals and legumes alternate with olive groves and orchards. In this territory, cold and humid in winter and hot and arid in summer, farmers cultivate traditional legumes passed down from generation to generation, such as the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte. The genetic variability of the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte (evidenced by the frequent presence of non-black seeds) is not a defect, but rather a richness that allows them to survive and adapt to the climatic change that is making these areas increasingly arid. Characteristics: Origin: ITALY – LEONFORTE (EN) Weight and Package Type: 250g Bag Ingredients: Dried black chickpeas Appearance: whole seeds, small size, and black color Sensory Characteristics: Odor, flavor, and typical product color. Consumption Method: Soak the chickpeas for 24 hours before cooking and consuming them. Cooking Time: 60 minutes Primary Packaging: Bag Quality: Food-grade Polypropylene Dimensions: 60x220+40 Secondary Packaging: Corrugated cardboard Dimensions in cm: 30 x 22 x 10 T.M.C. / expiration date: the expiration date is indicated on the back of the bag Shelf life: 18 months from the packaging date Lot production indication method: The lot consists of five numbers, where the first three indicate the day of the year of packaging and the remaining two indicate the year, and it is indicated on the back of the package. Storage Method: Store in a cool and dry place. Transport Method: Room temperature. Transport is done using closed, clean, dry means free from unusual odors. The transported goods are placed on pallets and protected by stretch film. Terre di Chiesa: Quality Legumes Only Tradition synonymous with quality and genuineness, “Terre di Chiesa” is the project created by the Agricultural Company Mulinello and dedicated to the legumes of the Leonforte territory. It is the brand that distinguishes the company's commitment to the protection and enhancement of this extraordinary heritage, that of legumes, typical products of the territory produced according to the centuries-old peasant tradition that preserves their quality and genuineness. Terre di Chiesa is a leading company in the cultivation and marketing of the following products: black lentils, white lentils, broad beans, shelled fava beans, black chickpeas, white chickpeas, and cicerchia. Extraordinary and unique products with high protein content. Recipes with Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are a fundamental ingredient of local cuisine. The classic recipes are soup, enriched with local vegetables and flavored with basil or wild fennel, and pasta and chickpeas, even better if made with our Sicilian Ditalini! Try our super creamy Pasta and Chickpeas!
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Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are an indigenous variety of the Sicilian territory; they are wrinkled to the touch and have an irregular shape that resembles the head of a ram. This lesser-known type of legume is rich in fiber and iron. Unlike white chickpeas, the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte require longer cooking times and have a more intense flavor! Format: 250 g The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are a typical legume from the province of Enna, rich in iron and with an intense flavor. They are an ancient and endangered legume, therefore particularly rare and precious, as this variety requires the use of manual labor during production and small areas can be cultivated. The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are among the most characteristic due to their coloration that distinctly separates them from all others. They have a black coating, are grown in loose soils that are very rich in iron and protein, and improve soil fertility! Production Location: the Enna Hills The Enna hills are part of that Sicilian hinterland where cereals and legumes alternate with olive groves and orchards. In this territory, cold and humid in winter and hot and arid in summer, farmers cultivate traditional legumes passed down from generation to generation, such as the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte. The genetic variability of the Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte (evidenced by the frequent presence of non-black seeds) is not a defect, but rather a richness that allows them to survive and adapt to the climatic change that is making these areas increasingly arid. Characteristics: Origin: ITALY – LEONFORTE (EN) Weight and Package Type: 250g Bag Ingredients: Dried black chickpeas Appearance: whole seeds, small size, and black color Sensory Characteristics: Odor, flavor, and typical product color. Consumption Method: Soak the chickpeas for 24 hours before cooking and consuming them. Cooking Time: 60 minutes Primary Packaging: Bag Quality: Food-grade Polypropylene Dimensions: 60x220+40 Secondary Packaging: Corrugated cardboard Dimensions in cm: 30 x 22 x 10 T.M.C. / expiration date: the expiration date is indicated on the back of the bag Shelf life: 18 months from the packaging date Lot production indication method: The lot consists of five numbers, where the first three indicate the day of the year of packaging and the remaining two indicate the year, and it is indicated on the back of the package. Storage Method: Store in a cool and dry place. Transport Method: Room temperature. Transport is done using closed, clean, dry means free from unusual odors. The transported goods are placed on pallets and protected by stretch film. Terre di Chiesa: Quality Legumes Only Tradition synonymous with quality and genuineness, “Terre di Chiesa” is the project created by the Agricultural Company Mulinello and dedicated to the legumes of the Leonforte territory. It is the brand that distinguishes the company's commitment to the protection and enhancement of this extraordinary heritage, that of legumes, typical products of the territory produced according to the centuries-old peasant tradition that preserves their quality and genuineness. Terre di Chiesa is a leading company in the cultivation and marketing of the following products: black lentils, white lentils, broad beans, shelled fava beans, black chickpeas, white chickpeas, and cicerchia. Extraordinary and unique products with high protein content. Recipes with Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte The Black Chickpeas Sicilian of Leonforte are a fundamental ingredient of local cuisine. The classic recipes are soup, enriched with local vegetables and flavored with basil or wild fennel, and pasta and chickpeas, even better if made with our Sicilian Ditalini! Try our super creamy Pasta and Chickpeas!
