A Word About Chickpeas, a Main Ingredient in Hummus

Chickpeas come in two varieties, Desi and Kabuli. Desi are small legumes with dark, rough coats which are grown mostly in India, northern Africa and Mexico. Kabuli are larger, light colored legumes with a smoother coat. Kabuli are the most commonly grown variety in the United States and southern Europe, and are also cultivated in India. Canned Garbanzo [Spanish] or Ceci [Italian] beans are Kabuli Chickpeas.

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A Word About Chickpeas, a Main Ingredient in Hummus

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