🌿 Green Peas (بازلاء)
Also known as: Garden Peas, Pisum sativum
📝 General Description
Green peas are the small, round seeds of the Pisum sativum plant. They are widely appreciated for their sweet flavor, bright green color, and high nutritional value. Often consumed fresh, dried, or frozen, green peas are used in a variety of global cuisines. They are also a rich source of plant-based protein and essential vitamins.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Bright to pale green (dried variety: pale yellowish-green)
Shape: Round or slightly oval
Size: 5–8 mm in diameter
Texture: Smooth and firm when dry
Odor: Mild and earthy
Taste: Naturally sweet and fresh
Moisture Content: ≤ 14%
Purity: ≥ 98%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%
Split Seeds: ≤ 2%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Protein Content: 20%–25%
Carbohydrates: 50%–60%
Fat Content: < 2%
Dietary Fiber: 15%–20%
Ash Content: ≤ 4%
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 330–350 kcal
Protein: 20–25 g
Fat: 1–2 g
Carbohydrates: 50–60 g
Fiber: 15–20 g
Calcium: 25–40 mg
Iron: 2–3 mg
Vitamin A: Trace amounts
Potassium: 800–1,000 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Uniform size and color
Free from pests, mold, and foreign matter
No additives or preservatives
GMO-free
Compliant with ISO, HACCP, FDA, and EU food safety standards
🧫 Microbiological Standards (for food-grade dried peas)
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
E. coli: Negative
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: 25–50 kg polypropylene bags (customized packaging available)
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight
Shelf Life: 12 to 18 months under proper storage conditions
Origin: Egypt
🛠️ Applications
Used in soups, stews, and casseroles
Popular in rice dishes, curries, and vegetable mixes
Ground into flour for gluten-free baking
Added to salads and dips
Ideal plant-based protein source in vegetarian diets
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