Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans
Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans
Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans are deep-red beans sold dry in a 750 g bag — no sodium at all, a firmer bite than canned, and enough beans to cook chili, salads and stews for weeks.
Highlights
- Dry red kidney beans, 750 g bag
- No sodium — 0 mg per serving
- Firmer bite and fuller flavour than canned
- 450 mg potassium per serving
- Product of Canada, kosher certified (COR)
What is Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans?
Dry red kidney beans in a 750 g bag. Soaked overnight and simmered until tender, they finish firmer and deeper in flavour than the canned version, and they carry no added sodium at all — 0 mg per serving. One point of technique matters: red kidney beans must be boiled hard for at least ten minutes before they are left to simmer. Cook the bag in one go and freeze what you do not use in portions.
Why Choose Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans?
- 0 mg sodium — you control the salt entirely
- A 750 g bag cooks up a lot of beans
- Firmer texture that holds through long cooking
- 8 g plant protein and 450 mg potassium per serving
- The dry counterpart to Unico Red Kidney Beans
How Do You Use Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans?
Common Uses
- Batch-cooked chili
- Rice and beans
- Marinated bean salads
- Long-simmered soups and stews
- Cooked beans portioned for the freezer
Best Pairings
- Smoked ham hock and bay leaf
- Onion, celery and thyme
- Chipotle and tomato
- Long-grain rice
- Red wine vinegar and parsley
Nutritional Information
Per about 1/4 cup (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 21 g | |
| Fibre | 5 g | 18 % |
| Sugars | 1 g | 1 % |
| Protein | 8 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 % |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10 % |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2 % |
| Iron | 2.25 mg | 13 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Red kidney beans. May contain soy.
Allergens
May contain soy.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans
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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 Red Kidney Beans
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Polenta with Bean Sauce
Soft polenta with a rustic sauce of slow-cooked red kidney beans, pancetta, onion and milled tomatoes, finished with …
Key Ingredients: Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans · Gallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil · Unico Whole Tomatoes
Cooking Guides & Tips
- Understanding Allergens and Food Labels How to read allergen statements and ingredient labels — Canada's priority allergens, “may contain” warnings, and shopping with confidence.
- 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.
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Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans for Everyday Cooking
Unico Dry Red Kidney Beans are deep-red dry beans in a 750 g bag, with 8 g of plant protein, 5 g of fibre, 450 mg of potassium and 0 mg of sodium per 35 g serving. Soaked and simmered they hold a firmer bite and a fuller flavour than canned, which suits batch-cooked chili, marinated bean salads, rice-and-bean dishes and long-simmered stews. Red kidney beans should be boiled hard for at least ten minutes before simmering. A Product of Canada, COR-certified kosher, and the dry counterpart to Unico Red Kidney Beans in the can.