FRESH GREEN CHICKPEAS
Harbhara in English is commonly known as fresh
green chickpeas or green garbanzo beans. It refers to the tender,
young, green seeds of the chickpea plant (Cicer arietinum) which are
harvested during winter. They are sometimes referred to as hara chana or
choliya in Hindi.
Key Aspects of Harbhara:
- Scientific Name: Cicer arietinum.
- Common Names: Green chickpeas, green garbanzo beans, fresh
chickpeas.
- Usage: Popular in Indian cuisine (especially in Maharashtra)
during winter for salads, curries, and as a roasted snack.
- Nutritional Value: Highly nutritious and
rich in protein.
When the pods are dried, they become the common
brown chic
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