





Use these ready-to-use canned chickpeas directly in salads, casseroles, and stews without soaking or cooking. Napolina Chick Peas in Water are high in protein and fibre, making them a healthy addition to meals. Sourced from Italy and available through the trusted UK brand Napolina.
Chick peas in water. Drained weight 240g.
Chickpeas come ready to use for your convenience, with no need for soaking or cooking, unlike dried pulses. Can be used in a number of dishes, including salads, casseroles and stews. High in protein, a source of fibre and 1 of your 5 a day. Pulses have long been a staple part of the Italian diet and Napolina's are carefully selected before being rigorously checked to ensure that only the best of the crop are chosen. This attention to detail means that every soup, salad or sauce you prepare with our pulses will be bursting with flavour.
Country of origin: Italy
| Typical Values per 100g drained |
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| Energy 530kJ/126kcal |
| Fat 2.2g |
| - of which saturates 0.0g |
| Carbohydrate 15.7g |
| - of which sugars 0.0g |
| Fibre 7.4g |
| Protein 7.2g |
| Salt 0.02g |
Storage: Once opened, remove contents from can and place in a suitable container. Store in a refrigerator and use within 2 days.
Cooking guidelines: Eat like the Italians! Sicilian chick pea fritters with tomato salsa: Coarsely crush 2 x 400g tins of chick peas in a large bowl using a potato masher. Stir in 1 de-seeded and finely chopped red chilli, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 2 thinly sliced spring onions, 50g of parmesan cheese, 1 beaten egg and 1 tbsp of plain flour, mix well, Divide the mixture into 15 balls and gently press to form little patties, Gently heat 4 tbsp of Napolina light & mild olive oil in a frying pan and gently cook the fritters in small batches for 2-3 minutes on both sides, keep warm until all the fritters are cooked, Serve with a simple tomato salsa made by mixing chopped tomatoes, chilli, finely chopped shallots, garlic and basil.
Ingredients: Chickpeas (60%), Water, Antioxidant: Sodium Metabisulphite
Dietary Information: Suitable for Vegetarians