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Black Channa

Cicer arietinum Allergen-Free
Black Channa

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine South Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Chickpea

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Black Channa ?

Small, dark-skinned chickpeas, also known as kala chana, common in Indian cuisine, with an earthy flavor and firm texture.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Black Channa ?

Le/La/L'Black Channa a un goût earthy, nutty, mild avec des arômes earthy, leguminous.

Taste
Earthy, Nutty, Mild
Texture
Firm, Slightly Chewy, Dense
Aroma
Earthy, Leguminous
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 100g
Calories360 kcal
Total Fat6g
Saturated Fat0.5g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein20g
Total Carbohydrate60g
Dietary Fiber15g
Total Sugars10g
Calcium120mg
Iron6mg
Potassium750mg

Le secret du chef

Soak dried black channa overnight with a pinch of baking soda to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.

Substituts & Proportions pour Black Channa

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Black Channa est Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Closest substitute in texture and nutritional profile, slightly milder flavor.

Substituts pour Black Channa avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) Meilleur 1:1 Closest substitute in texture and nutritional profile, slightly milder flavor.
Black Eyed Peas 1:1 Offers a similar earthy flavor and firm texture, good for curries and stews.
Lentils (Brown/Green) 1:1 Quicker cooking and different texture, but can work in stews for protein.
Kidney Beans 1:1 Larger and softer texture, but can provide bulk and protein in some dishes.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Black Channa

  1. Available dried or canned.
  2. Dried channa requires soaking and cooking; canned are pre-cooked for convenience.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Black Channa ?

  • Curries
  • stews
  • salads
  • chaat
  • vegetarian dishes.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Black Channa ?

Earthy, Nutty, Mild Earthy, Leguminous

Quel est un bon substitut pour Black Channa ?

Le meilleur substitut est Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) (1:1). Closest substitute in texture and nutritional profile, slightly milder flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Black Channa ?

Available dried or canned. Dried channa requires soaking and cooking; canned are pre-cooked for convenience.

Ingrédients Legume associés

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