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.
Contemporary phytotherapy uses dill leaves to relieve digestive difficulties and irritation of the oral mucous membranes. The diuretic and purifying properties make it an ally against water retention and cellulite, as it helps eliminate the accumulation of excess fluids. Dill tips are excellent in the kitchen for flavoring fish-based dishes such as salmon, with their spicy and intense flavour.
Centinodia, also known as correggiola, is a medicinal herb known as a natural diuretic and expectorant remedy. For those who want to expel liquids, it acts effectively in cases of urinary retention resulting from irritation of the kidney and bladder. It also promotes the well-being of the respiratory tract, as an herbal tea to free the bronchi and soothe the symptoms of colds.
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.
This variety of beans, called Dark Red Kidney, produces a sweet taste, a floury texture, and various substances that are beneficial for our body. They are very rich in proteins, minerals, starches, minerals such as iron, phosphorus, and vitamins B1, B2 and PP. Excellent for recipes of soups, broths, salads, side dishes and for the famous Tex-Mex dishes. For vegetarian cuisine, they lend themselves to creating excellent vegetable meatballs.
Ingredients: dark red beans Origin: Argentina
Soaking: about 10 hours. Cooking time: 60 min. / in a pressure cooker 30 min.
Cameroon black pepper belongs to the Piperaceae family. It is a very rare pepper with a special flavor, much appreciated by connoisseurs and chefs, so much so that it is classified as one of the best varieties of pepper in the world. Its unique and aromatic flavor is well suited to beef or pork, excellent in soups and lends itself to countless combinations, even unconventional ones.
Formosa honey black tea is famous in Taiwan. The leaves of these tea trees would produce sweetness like honey after the reaction of some insect bites. The more insects gnaw on the tea leaves, the more noticeable the honey flavor of the tea will be. Hence growers avoid using pesticides to make this tea natural and good-tasting, sweet and refreshing.
Elderberry berries, is rich in vitamins and minerals, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-flu, strengthens the immune system, diaphoretic (increases sweating), beneficial for the respiratory tract, improves blood circulation, pain reliever.
Ingredients: pilosella Botanical name: Sambucus Nigra L. Origin: Hungary
Also known as Jewish herb or golden sword, the goldenrod plant gives diuretic and purifying effects. It counteracts the accumulation of uric acids and promotes the well-being of the urinary tract, counteracting irritation. For these qualities, it proves useful as a natural support for the bladder and kidneys, and is used in herbal medicine to soothe pain or swelling due to rheumatism.
Ingredients: rod of gold Botanical name: solidago virgaurea Origin: Hungary