Legume
Black Chickpea
About This Entry
Black chickpeas, or kala chana, are a smaller, denser South Asian variety with a nuttier, more mineral flavor than standard chickpeas, common in curries and chaat — their earthiness suits a peppery Syrah.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- chickpea
- onion
- rice
At a Glance
Group
Chickpeas
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Cicer arietinum
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Black Chickpea
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Chickpeas
- Scientific name
- Cicer arietinum
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent