Commodity Organic
Organic Black Quinoa
SKU
18230
Size: 25 Pound
$78.60
Description
Description
Compared to white quinoa, black quinoa has more of an earthy flavor and is slightly sweeter. It tends to hold its shape better when cooked which makes it the perfect ingredient for cold salads.
A member of the amaranth family, quinoa is an herbaceous annual plant grown for its edible seeds.
It was domesticated by the Andean peoples 3,000 to 4,000 years where it was a staple food.The Incas called quinoa "chisoya mama" meaning mother of all grains.
Cooked quinoa is composed of 72% water, 21% carbohydrates, 4% protein and 2% fat. It is a rich source of the minerals manganese and phosphorous; and a moderate source of dietary fiber, folate, iron, zinc and magnesium.
SPECIFICATIONS
Moisture: ≤ 14.0%
Not Ready-To-Eat (RTE): Raw grains and the flour milled from grains are not RTE. This product is a raw ingredient, and must be properly cooled, prior to being consumed.
Not Ready-To-Eat (RTE): Raw grains and the flour milled from grains are not RTE. This product is a raw ingredient, and must be properly cooled, prior to being consumed.
ATTRIBUTES
- Organic
- Kosher
- Vegan
- Naturally Non GMO
- Naturally Gluten Free
- Stored in a SQF Certified Facility
- GloryBee is FSMA Compliant
SUGGESTED STORAGE
The product shelf life is dependent on storage conditions. It should be stored under cool, dry conditions and in a humidity-controlled environment. When stored under optimum conditions, the shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture.
Note: The specifications listed above are averages only. For information on specific lots, please request via our sales department.
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