Chickpea probably originated in the Middle East where three annual wild chickpea varieties still exist in this region.
Its culture and its consumption date back at least the ninth century.
Chickpea is particularly popular in India as well as in Muslim countries.
It is an integrated food in many traditional dishes in the Middle East, Egypt, North Africa, Spain, Sicily. It was the Spanish explorers who spread its culture around the world, particularly in Latin America.
Preparation tips
Soak the chickpeas 12 hours. Cook for 1 hour in salted water. Accommodating to taste.
Ingredients
organic chickpeas.
Usage tips
Chickpea into the design of many traditional dishes: couscous, hummus (chickpea puree) falafel (fried dumplings in oil), dhal (Indian food preparation) Panisse. Chickpea is also delicious cold salad.

Organic certification (Agriculture Biologique) and European organic agriculture.