Discover the taste of these black beans from Argentina, rich in beneficial substances for health such as antioxidants, fiber, mineral salts and vitamin B. Delicious in soups and broths , they help to maintain intestinal functions in the well-being and are perfect in vegetarian diets to cover the needs of vegetable proteins (about 25%).
Ingredients: black beans Origin: Argentina Cooking time: 50 min. / in a pressure cooker 25 min.
A bean grade that derives its name from the Japanese Adzuki “little bean” - so it looks similar to soy. Red beans are a true concentrate of proteins, vitamins, antioxidant isoflavones, soluble fiber, mineral salts and very few sugars. Excellent for those who want to keep the glycemic load low, they are delicious with minestrone, soups and salads.
Ingredients: red soy beans Origin: Argentina Cooking time: 50 min. / in a pressure cooker 25 min.
It comes from the salt lakes of Larnaca and Limassol, which owe their strong saline concentration to the nearby sea, which filters the extremely porous soil. The Cyprus salt is enriched with charcoal obtained from the combustion of softwood barks such as lime, birch and willow - which give it its typical dark color.
The white Cyprus salt is shown in the pyramidal shape with its sea salt crystals in flakes. The crystals are characterized by a savory flavor, but sweeter than common table salt. The white Cyprus salt is appreciated in the kitchen both in the preparation phase of the dishes and in the seasoning of the moment, directly on the plate.
Green pepper is used to flavor fish and meat dishes (chicken, turkey, pork, beef). The recipe for fillet with green pepper is famous. It is particularly appreciated for its spicy, fresh and delicately herbaceous flavour. Green pepper also goes well with other spices, including nutmeg, coriander and juniper.
The properties of centella have been known for centuries: its intake is beneficial for the drainage of liquids, with diuretic properties. It represents a valid support for combating cellulite, and promoting correct lymphatic and venous circulation. Various components of centella, such as saponins, act by regulating the microcirculation and with beneficial effects also on the skin: try it in an herbal tea version!
Ingredients: centella asiatica Botanical name: Hydrocotyle asiatica L. Origin: Madagascar
Fleur de Sel with green Jalapeno Chipotle is a spicy and at the same time savory product. The grains of this table salt are suitable for meat dishes, to give a fruity aroma. Particularly suitable for meat dishes, especially roasts, it also adds flavor to soups and vegetables. Acts in contrast to soft foods. The best chefs use it to garnish important dishes.
Cinnamon in bark is the spice preferred by cooks to give a particular flavor to their recipes. In healthy terms, cinnamon helps keep blood sugar in balance, helps prevent cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, triglycerides and ulcers. Tip: do not cook it too long, it can become bitter.
The sweet and warm flavor of cinnamon, the intense and unmistakable aroma, make Ceylon cinnamon a famous spice in the kitchen. Used to flavor desserts, creams, fruit, it is also excellent in baked specialties and savory recipes. The aroma stands out in hot drinks such as tea, infusions, milk, punch and mulled wine; Its taste is famous and makes chocolate delicious. A cinnamon stick is approximately 25 cm long.
Cassia ground cinnamon has an intense flavor that goes well with salty foods and flavors meat. In the Middle East it accompanies stews, lamb, goose and duck meat; in Thailand pork and dried fruit; in Morocco it is combined with pigeon pastilla; in Yorkshire it is excellent in braised ham. A pinch of cinnamon is perfect in mashed potatoes, ravioli and pumpkin risotto. It gives a unique aroma to vegetable pies or natural yoghurt.
Cloves have a very particular scent, penetrating and warm, and give dishes a pungent taste with a sweet and balsamic aftertaste. The intense aroma attenuates with cooking, dominates over other spices but harmonizes the flavor in many sweet and savory dishes. Whole cloves make roasts, broths and stews more aromatic. They facilitate good digestion, perfume the breath and give balsamic virtues to infusions.
Delicate and rich in beneficial nutrients, these beans belong to a medium-sized variety, and remain fairly compact after cooking. For this reason, they create delicious dishes such as soups and first courses, but also just as side dishes with a drizzle of oil. Try them to satisfy the palate but also for their excellent nutritional qualities: high protein, low fat, mineral salts and vitamins.
Ingredients: brown beans Origin: Argentina Cooking times: 60 min . / in a pressure cooker 30 min.
