{"product_id":"kala-chana-black-chickpeas-12-x-2kg","title":"Kala Chana \/ Black Chickpeas (12 x 2kg)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKala chana, also known as black chickpeas, are whole dried pulses bought in bulk by restaurants, takeaways, sweet shops and caterers across the UK. Smaller, darker and firmer than standard white chickpeas, this \u003cstrong\u003edesi chana\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps its shape through long simmering and pressure cooking. That makes it a dependable wholesale ingredient for curries, chaat and snack lines in any commercial kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of Wholesale Kala Chana\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulk \u0026amp; Wholesale Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied as a bulk box of whole black chickpeas for restaurants, caterers, sweet shops, wholesalers and re-packers who work through steady volumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale Trade Pricing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buying a bulk box at wholesale price keeps the cost per portion manageable on high-volume menus and gives re-packers room to build margin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm, Nutty Bite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark brown, wrinkled and earthy in flavour, kala chana stays intact when cooked. It does not collapse into paste, so it suits both gravy dishes and dry stir-fries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak Once, Cook in Batches:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pulses need an overnight soak before simmering or pressure cooking, and they swell considerably. One large batch can feed several dishes through service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot or Cold Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works in spiced gravies, tempered dry dishes, cold salads and roasted snacks, so one bulk buy covers several menu lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling for Bulk Packs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place in a sealed container, away from moisture and strong odours. Reseal after opening and rinse before soaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePopular Recipes Using Kala Chana\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese dishes are regular menu and counter items in UK kitchens that cook with black chickpeas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKala Chana Masala:\u003c\/strong\u003e cooked in an onion, tomato and garam masala base for lunch and takeaway menus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGhugni:\u003c\/strong\u003e simmered soft with spices as a street-food style chickpea gravy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChana Chaat:\u003c\/strong\u003e boiled chickpeas tossed with onion, chutneys, lemon and chaat masala.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSundal:\u003c\/strong\u003e tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves and coconut as a warm snack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKala Chana Sukha:\u003c\/strong\u003e a dry, spiced preparation that suits counter service and sweet shops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalwa Poori with Chana:\u003c\/strong\u003e the savoury black chickpea side served with poori and semolina halwa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Chickpea Hummus:\u003c\/strong\u003e boiled and blended for a darker, earthier dip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted Black Chickpeas:\u003c\/strong\u003e boiled, then oven-roasted or fried for seasoned snack lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprouted Kala Chana Salad:\u003c\/strong\u003e soaked and sprouted, then mixed with cucumber, tomato and lime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Chickpea Stew:\u003c\/strong\u003e a slow-cooked pot with tomato, herbs and vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Kala Chana for Your Business?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Restaurants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook a large pot once and use it across curries, sides and salads, with steady texture from the first portion to the last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Takeaways:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bulk buy keeps a popular vegetable-led main on the menu without relying on tinned stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Sweet Shops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs with poori, bhatura and festival thalis, and sells well as a ready-to-serve hot counter item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Caterers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds its shape in large trays and reheats well for weddings, temple events and corporate buffets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Food Manufacturers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A whole pulse with consistent bite for ready meals, spiced snack mixes and re-packed retail lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWholesalers, chefs, cafes and caterers of every size across the UK can buy kala chana in bulk at trade price and cut down on repeat small orders. Order your bulk box of kala chana today and keep your kitchen stocked at wholesale price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bulk Nuts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58634716774781,"sku":"5060101114780","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/1817\/5800\/files\/kala-chana-black-chickpeas.jpg?v=1775047444","url":"https:\/\/bulknuts.co.uk\/products\/kala-chana-black-chickpeas-12-x-2kg","provider":"Bulk Nuts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}