Lentils, Beans & Peas
Lentils, a staple food in Indian homes, are the seeds of plants of the 'Leguminosae' family. Their name is derived from the legume that protects the seeds during the growth phase of the plants. There are over 12000 species in the Leguminosae family.
Lentils are referred to as Dall in India. They are available as whole or split grain, like their split pea cousins. Dalls are grown in warm temperate zones, and are an excellent source of protein and fibre. With an extremely low fat content, they make a healthy and nutritious meal for everyone and are a very good vegetarian alternative to meat dishes. They come in a variety of colors and sizes and have the natural property of absorbing the flavours of spices added to them during the cooking process.
Beans can be traced back over 7000 years and are one of the richest sources of vegetable protein, vitamins and minerals. The presence of high levels of soluble fibre makes them beneficial in reducing cholesterol and blood sugar levels in humans. Loaded with nutrients, they are used in various cuisines and are a key ingredient served cold in salads or hot in delicious curries.
We source the finest global produce which is processed in our own plant in the UK. The lentils and beans pass through phases of re-cleaning, de-stoning, grading and finally through colour sorting to ensure consistency in appearance. They are then packed in our innovative, re-sealable block bottom packs which are easy for our consumers to use and store. Our range of lentils, peas and beans are available in 500gm, 2kg brick packs. For heavy consumers such as caterers and restaurants, they are available in 5kg packs.