Unico Dry Chick Peas
Unico Dry Chick Peas
Unico Dry Chick Peas are golden garbanzos sold dry in a 750 g bag — one ingredient, no sodium, and the firm bite that makes the difference in hummus and falafel.
Highlights
- Dry chick peas (garbanzos), 750 g bag
- One ingredient, 0 mg sodium
- A denser hummus than canned chick peas
- The only version that works for falafel
- Product of Canada, kosher certified (COR)
What is Unico Dry Chick Peas?
Dry chick peas in a 750 g bag, with nothing added — one ingredient and 0 mg of sodium. Soaked overnight and simmered until tender they give a denser, less watery hummus than canned chick peas, and soaked but left uncooked they are the only correct base for falafel, which is made from raw soaked chick peas rather than cooked ones. The same bag also covers curries, soups and oven-roasting.
Why Choose Unico Dry Chick Peas?
- Nothing added — one ingredient, no salt
- Firmer bite for a denser hummus
- Essential for authentic falafel
- 8 g plant protein and 6 g fibre per serving
- Cooks up from the bag — no cans to open
How Do You Use Unico Dry Chick Peas?
Common Uses
- Hummus from scratch
- Falafel (soaked, not cooked)
- Chana masala and other curries
- Chick pea and pasta soups
- Oven-roasted chick peas
Best Pairings
- Tahini, garlic and ice water
- A pinch of baking soda in the soak
- Coriander, parsley and cumin
- Tomato, ginger and garam masala
- Rosemary and coarse salt, for roasting
Nutritional Information
Per about 1/4 cup (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 | |
| Fat | 2 g | 3 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g | |
| Fibre | 6 g | 21 % |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1 % |
| Protein | 8 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 % |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7 % |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2 % |
| Iron | 1.75 mg | 10 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Chick peas.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Dry Chick Peas
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1. How do I cook dried beans?
Soak dried beans in plenty of water for several hours or overnight, drain, then simmer in fresh water until tender, which can take one to two hours depending on the variety. Follow the package directions for specific guidance.
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2. How should I store dried beans, rice and flour?
Keep them in a sealed container in a cool, dry cupboard away from moisture. Stored this way, dry staples keep well for many months.
Recipes Using Unico Dry Chick Peas
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Chick Pea Soup
A rustic Italian chick pea soup: chick peas simmered with rosemary, half pureed for body, in a garlicky tomato broth …
Key Ingredients: Unico Dry Chick Peas · Gallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil · Unico Whole Tomatoes
Cooking Guides & Tips
- How to Cook Dried Beans from Scratch How to soak and simmer dried beans for the best texture and flavour — plus a no-soak option for lentils.
- A Guide to Italian Beans: Cannellini, Romano, Chick Peas and Kidney A guide to the beans Italian cooking leans on — cannellini, romano, chick peas and kidney beans — and how to use them, canned or dried.
- Cooking for Lower Sodium: No-Salt-Added Pantry Swaps Simple pantry swaps and habits to cut sodium without losing flavour — starting with no-salt-added canned goods.
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Unico Dry Chick Peas for Everyday Cooking
Unico Dry Chick Peas are golden garbanzo beans sold dry in a 750 g bag — a single ingredient, 0 mg of sodium, and 8 g of plant protein with 6 g of fibre per 35 g serving. Soaked and simmered they make a denser, smoother hummus than canned chick peas, and soaked but uncooked they are the only correct base for falafel. The same bag covers chana masala and other curries, chick pea and pasta soups, and oven-roasted snacks. A Product of Canada and COR-certified kosher — the dry counterpart to Unico Chick Peas in the can.