Pulses
Organic Dried Beans
Dried beans grown under organic production conditions; an important pulse product notable for its high plant protein, fibre and carbohydrate content, used in various applications, above all the food industry and packaged pulse products.
General Information
Organic Dried Beans are a valuable pulse product grown in accordance with organic production standards and offered as whole grains. Dried beans with different varieties, grain sizes and colours can be used for direct consumption or in various food processing applications.
Characteristics such as grain size, colour, shape, uniformity, cooking time and physical quality are important in determining the product’s intended use. Dried beans can be offered as packaged pulses or used as a raw material in the production of different food products.
Uses
Organic Dried Beans can be used in various applications, mainly in the food sector.
Main uses:
- In the production of packaged pulse products
- In the production of canned foods and ready meals
- In the production of bean stews and traditional dishes
- In the production of bean flour and milled pulse products
- In food products containing plant protein
- In ready foods and processed pulse products
- As a raw material in the food industry
The way the product is used and its processing requirements should be determined according to variety, grain size, colour, uniformity, cooking properties and the buyer’s product specifications.
Analytical constituents
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein | min 20 | % |
| Moisture | ≤ 14 | % |
| Crude fat | 1–2 | % |
| Crude fibre | ≤ 7 | % |
| Crude ash | ≤ 4.5 | % |
| Foreign matter | ≤ 1 | % |
The parameters stated above represent generally accepted values and may vary by batch; binding values are communicated at the time of enquiry during the resulting discussions.