{"product_id":"jiva-organic-kala-chana-4lb","title":"Jiva Organics Kala Chana 4 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eJiva Organics Kala Chana 4 lb is certified organic whole black chickpeas in a large family-size pack — earthy, fiber-rich and perfect for curries, chaat and fasting recipes. This bulk size is ideal for frequent cooks who rely on kala chana as a weekly staple. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy Jiva Organics Kala Chana 4 lb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Certified Organic in a 4 lb value size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh dietary fiber supports healthy digestion and sustained energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in iron, protein and complex carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for kala chana masala, sprouted salads and Navratri dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak overnight for 10–12 hours, then pressure cook with 3 cups water per cup of chana for 5–6 whistles. Use in traditional Punjabi kala chana curry with dried mango powder and coriander, toss sprouted kala chana with lemon and chaat masala, or make a hearty kala chana khichdi with rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should I soak kala chana?\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 8 hours, ideally overnight. This softens the tough outer skin and reduces cook time significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan cooked kala chana be frozen?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — cool completely, portion into airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months for convenient meal prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes organic matter for chickpeas?\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic cultivation avoids synthetic pesticide residues and supports more sustainable farming practices — a worthwhile choice for a frequently-used staple.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains chickpeas\/legumes. May be processed in a facility handling other legumes. Refer to the package for full allergen information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jiva Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001897656547,"sku":"62076477","price":15.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/61xwFSpiRSL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781888933","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/jiva-organic-kala-chana-4lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}