The benefits of using beans on a daily basis have recently been promoted because studies show beans help to reduce cholesterol while providing excellent nutrition. When combined with nuts, seeds or grains, they form a complete high-fiber vegetable protein. Most beans contain at least 20% protein and are high in carbohydrates which provides long-lasting energy. In addition, beans provide essential B Vitamins and Iron. Adding beans to your daily meals insures total nutrition, and with our wide selection of beans you should be able to find the right flavour for you.
Beans have been used throughout the earth for thousands of years. They come in hundreds of shapes sizes and colors, are versatile and amazingly convenient because they can be dried and stored for years. Soaking beans for a couple of hours brings them back to life, activating enzymes, proteins. minerals and vitamins. Beans can be eaten raw, sprouted or cooked, ground into flour, curdled into tofu, fermented into Soya sauce, tempi and miso. They are excellent in chilies, soups and salads.
Organic French Lentils are tiny green lentils that grow in France. They make a delicious side dish or bed for meats or fish. They will hold their shape after cooking and are excellent as a simple dish served with butter, salt and pepper. Inari French Lentils come in both 500g and 50lb bags.
Organic Green Lentils are tasty and easily digestable. Delicious in soups, casseroles, bean burgers and pate. Inari Organic Green Lentils come in 500g bags and 50lb bulk bags.
Organic Red Split Lentils originate from SE Asia, and are split brown lentils. One of the first cultivated crops, now principally from Turkey. No need to soak; cook for 10-15 mins or pressure cook 3-5 minutes. Inari Organic Red Split Lentils are available in 500g and 25kg bags
Organic Yellow Split Peas need no soaking and are quick to cook. Boil vigorously for 10 mins, simmer until soft. Makes excellent purees, soups, bakes and pates. Look for Inari Organic Yellow Split Peas in 500g and 50lb bags
Organic Green Split Peas also need no soaking and are quick to cook. Cook 30-45 mins. or pressure cook for 5-10 mins. Boil vigorously for 10 mins and simmer until soft. They make excellent purees, soups, bakes and pates. Inari Organic Green Split Peas come in both 500g and 50lb bags
Organic Red Kidney Beans are rich in flavor. They are excellent in soups, chili and casseroles, or a tasty garnish on salads. An excellent source of protein and iron, and available in 500g and 25lb bags
Organic Small Lima Beans are a mild flavored legume with a smooth texture. They are a rich source of Potassium and can be used in soups, casseroles, and on rice or your favorite grain. Make succotash (Indian dish) by adding whole kernel cut corn. Ask you rep for our 500g bags or 25lb bulk bags.
Organic Soya Beans contain the most protein of all the beans. Called the "meat of the soil" they are also an excellent source of Lecithin, Vitamins A, B, and E, Calcium, Potassium, and Phosphorus. These are round in shape about the size of a pea and are a light creamy-yellow color. Inari Organic Soy Beans come in 500g and 50 lb bags.
Organic Navy Beans are also known as White Pea Beans. They are small, white and round which are commonly used to make baked beans, but are also excellent in soups, salads and stews. Be sure to look for our 500g bags and our 25 lb bulk packs.
