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Greece is famous for its pulses which represent a product of an exceptional taste and nutritional value. Nowadays, the nutritional value of legumes is recognized internationally, as they are an essential part of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.
Our Yellow Fava Split Peas ( Lathyrus sativus ) or Lathouri as we call them in Greece, is very rich in vegetable proteins and carbohydrates and stands out for its excellent flavour, which is due to the special microclimate and soil composition of the region. Our split peas are of small size and yellow colour.
When lathouri is boiled and mashed we get the famous fava dish. This dish is perfect, served with ouzo or raki, especially if it is combined with capers, crithmum, sun-dried cherry tomatoes, or caramelized onions. Try it also with sautéed porcini mushrooms, grilled octopus, with smoked pork or apaki, or to make delicious fava patties. always framed with Greek Olive Oil.
Try our pure Greek pulses and offer an amazing dish to yourself and to your loved ones !!
Storage Instructions: Keep it in a cool and dry place.
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Cultivation under the Integrated Management Crop system ISO 22000:2005 and AGRO 2-1, AGRO 2-2 certified. Cultivation area: Farsala, from rich plains of Thessaly region in Central Greece.
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Greece is famous for its pulses which represent a product of an exceptional taste and nutritional value. Nowadays, the nutritional value of legumes is recognized internationally, as they are an essential part of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. For vegetarians and those trying to reduce intake of animal foods, beans provide a protein-rich, low-fat alternative to meat.
The Greek Beans Salad from Larissa, a delicious combination of 8 different varieties of high-quality Greek Beans (Medium White Beans, Horozia Beans, Red Beans, Pinto Beans, Black Eyed Beans, Black Beans, Small Green Beans, Medium Chickpeas, Green Peas), thin-skinned and very easy to prepare (short boiling time), thanks to the unique combination of microclimate, soil composition and traditional farming techniques used. Our Greek beans offer extraordinary health benefits. They are loaded with antioxidants and provide a good supply of detoxifying molybdenum. They are also a good source of fiber and protein and rank low on the glycemic index. They produce alpha-amylase inhibitors which help regulate fat storage in the body. What's more, white beans deliver a good supply of magnesium, a mineral with multiple health benefits.
The Greek way of eating these beans as a salad with Feta cheese, or as the perfect side dish for fish and meat. Tons of flavour, aromas, and colorous. Bulky and substantial, they can be eaten throughout the year in a dizzying range of fabulous recipes, as an ideal meat alternative that keeps you sated longer and tastes delicious.
Storage Instructions: Keep it in a cool and dry place. Soak in 1lt of water at least, before cooking them.
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Cultivation under the Integrated Management Crop system ISO 22000:2005 and AGRO 2-1, AGRO 2-2 certified. Cultivation area: Larissa, from rich plains of Thessaly region in Central Greece.
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Greece is famous for its pulses which represent a product of an exceptional taste and nutritional value. Nowadays, the nutritional value of legumes is recognized internationally, as they are an essential part of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. For vegetarians and those trying to reduce intake of animal foods, beans provide a protein-rich, low-fat alternative to meat.
The Butter Beans from Chrisoupoli kavalas, are a Greek variety of high quality, white big size, thin-skinned and very easy to prepare (short boiling time), thanks to the unique combination of microclimate, soil composition, and traditional farming techniques used. Our Greek Butter big white beans offer extraordinary health benefits. They are loaded with antioxidants and provide a good supply of detoxifying molybdenum. They are also a good source of fiber and protein and rank low on the glycemic index. They produce alpha-amylase inhibitors which help regulate fat storage in the body. What's more, white beans deliver a good supply of magnesium, a mineral with multiple health benefits.
The Greek way of eating beans as the main ingredient of "fasolada" bean soup, has led many to assume that beans are a winter food but the myth is about to be debunked. Bulky and substantial, they can be eaten throughout the year in a dizzying range of fabulous recipes, as an ideal meat alternative that keeps you sated longer and tastes delicious.
Storage Instructions: Keep it in a cool and dry place. Soak the white beans overnight before cooking them.
Ingredients :
Cultivation under the Integrated Management Crop system ISO 22000:2005 and AGRO 2-1, AGRO 2-2 certified. Cultivation area: Chrisoupoli Kavalas, from rich plains of Macedonia in northern Greece.