CALYPSO BEANS, BLACK - Kosher/Gluten Free
10# Bag | $73.71 |
CALYPSO BEANS, BLACK - Kosher/Gluten Free
CALYPSOBK-10
Description:
Calypso Beans are distinctly colored bean with a striking contrast of color. Calypso beans are black and white in color and have been called the Yin-Yang or Orca bean. Calypso beans are a member of the kidney bean family of legumes and typically retain their distinctive spotted pattern and shape when cooked. Present this beautiful bean in soups or casseroles or offer with pasta or rice or mixed vegetables.
Ingredient Statement:
Calypso Beans.
Heirloom Bean
Product Description
Calypso Beans are distinctly colored bean with a striking contrast of color. Calypso beans are black and white in color and have been called the Yin-Yang or Orca bean. Calypso beans are a member of the kidney bean family of legumes and typically retain their distinctive spotted pattern and shape when cooked. Present this beautiful bean in soups or casseroles or offer with pasta or rice or mixed vegetables.
Physical
Color: Half black, half white.
Flavor: Typical of beans, sweet.
Size: Approximately ¼ to ½ inch in length.
Chemical
Moisture: N/A
Sulfites: N/A
Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Calypso Beans.
Allergen Statement
Contains no allergens.
Packaging & Storage
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Polybag in box.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size 1/4 cup (35g) | |
Amount Per Serving | |
Calories 120 | Calories from Fat 0 |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat .5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
Sodium 0mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 21g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 9g | 36% |
Sugars 1g | |
Protein 8g | |
Vitamin A | 0% |
Vitamin C | 0% |
Calcium | 6% |
Iron | 10% |
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |
Cooking Calypso Beans is large quantities of water help keep them from losing their distinctive coloring. Calypso Beans can be combined with rice to make a unique stuffing for vegetables. Excellent in Poblano stew or bean salad with mango and citrus. Soak overnight; 1 cup dry equals 2 ¼ cups cooked.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Soak overnight. Rinse and place in a large pot and cover with fresh water. Bring water to a boil for 3 minutes, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 60-90 minutes until tender.
One cup dry yields 2½ cups cooked.