BEYOND THE GRAIN 1 BEYOND THE GRAIN Legumes, Grains, and Rice A HACCP CERTIFIED COMPANY | SQF SAFE QUALITY FOODS CERTIFICATION BEYOND THE GRAIN 5 LEGUMES ADZUKI BEANS APPALOOSA BEANS BABY BUTTER BEANS Adzuki beans are small, firm, and have a somewhat The appaloosa bean is a hybrid legume that is Baby butter beans have a thin skin that allows mealy texture. They have a strong, nutty, sweet related to the pinto bean. It is ivory on one end it to cook quickly. The bean’s name is derived flavor and are high in fiber, polyphenols, and and purple and mocha spotted on the other. from its buttery color, rich flavor, and creamy flavonoids. Adzuki beans are also known as “azuki” They have a firm texture, mild flavor, and contain smooth texture. This bean is also referred to or “aduki,” and are grown widely throughout East high levels of protein, fiber, and minerals. by many as “butter beans.” Baby butter beans, Asia and the Himalayas. #290220 10 lb for the most part, are grown in the Southern #131010 12/1 lb United States and reach their peak harvest #290230 10 lb season towards the latter half of the summer. #131060 12/1 lb #290250 10 lb BLACK CALYPSO BEANS GARBANZO BEANS BLACK GARBANZO BEANS This black calypso bean, or ying-yang bean, Also known as “chickpeas,” these small, round, Black garbanzo beans are small, round, hard has a mild flavor and smooth texture. hard beans have a firm texture and pronounced beans with a firm texture and nutty flavor. These beans dramatic black and white nutty flavor. They are one of the earliest known The black variety can appear to be black or dark patterning does experience fading when cultivated legumes, growing best in subtropical brown. Black garbanzo beans are also referred cooked, but still presents well. This is a and tropical regions of the world. Garbanzo beans to as “desi chickpeas,” and are a staple found in nutrient dense been with high levels of have been, and continue to be, a staple in Indian Indian and Mediterranean cuisines. fiber and protein. and Mediterranean cuisines for centuries. #130110 12/1 lb #290300 10 lb #131310 12/1 lb #290080 10 lb #290380 10 lb BLACK TURTLE BEANS BLACK-EYED PEAS CANNELLINI BEANS Black turtle beans are also known simply as Black-eyed peas (yes they are a bean) are Cannellini beans are very prevalent in Italian “black beans.” They are small shiny beans cream colored beans that have a black eye on cuisine and are also known as “Italian white kidney that carry a slight mushroom-like flavor. the inner curve of the bean, hence the name beans.” They have a mild flavor and uniquely Black turtle beans hold their flavor and “black-eyed peas.” They have a firm texture identifiable smooth texture. Cannellini beans shape well after being cooked. They are and mild pea-like flavor that absorbs other contain high levels of protein and low levels of fat. super-nutrient dense and contain a good flavors very well. #131170 12/1 lb source of anthocyanin polyphenols. #131080 12/1 lb #290320 10 lb #131090 12/1 lb #290270 10 lb #290280 10 lb A HACCP CERTIFIED COMPANY | SQF SAFE QUALITY FOODS CERTIFICATION 6 SID WAINER & SON® BEYOND THE GRAIN BEYOND THE GRAIN 7 CRANBERRY BEANS DARK RED KIDNEY BEANS FAVA BEANS SPLIT PEAS SPLIT GREEN PEAS SPLIT YELLOW PEAS Cranberry beans are heirloom beans that have These medium sized reddish-brown colored beans Fava beans are oval beans that have a granular #131610 12/1 lb #131630 12/1 lb maroon mottling over a pink skin and a mild sweet have a smooth texture, durable skin, and are full texture and somewhat bitter earthy flavor. This cool season crop has a soft texture and mild, #290490 10 lb #290500 10 lb flavor. They are quite plump and very popular of flavor. Having a stronger durable skin allows for Fava beans are cultivated globally. The plant earthy, slightly sweet flavor. Split green and split in Northwestern Italy where cranberry beans may this bean to hold its shape better than other beans. is hard, durable, and can withstand a variety yellow peas work great to thicken stews and soups. be referred to as “borlotti” or “saluggia” beans. Containing high levels of protein and nutrients, of harsh climate conditions. Fava beans have Technically classified as a fruit, the pea is #131200 12/1 lb dark red kidney beans have become an affordable been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries. recognized as a vegetable in the culinary world. #290330 10 lb diet staple in many cultures, including North Particularly in Southwestern China, where they A split pea comes to be by removing the outer skin America, Asia, and Europe. are referred to as Szechuan beans. of the pea, and then splitting the pea where the #131230 12/1 lb #131260 12/1 lb pea lobes come together. #290340 10 lb #290370 10 lb FLAGEOLET BEANS FRENCH NAVY BEANS GIANT LIMA BEANS BLACK LENTILS BROWN LENTILS CRIMSON LENTILS These light green French beans are kidney-shaped, French navy beans are small, round, white beans Also known as Madagascar, curry, or lab beans: Black lentils, are a highly sought after variety Brown lentils, also known as “Spanish Pardina This unique, small, colorful variety of shelled creamy, and delicate in flavor. Flageolet beans are that have a creamy smooth texture and rich, giant Peruvian Lima beans are named for the of lentils. Their deep natural color of black creates lentils” are the most common variety of lentils. lentil averages about 1/3 of the size of your actually immature kidney beans. They are native buttery, bacon-like flavor. On occasion, you may Peruvian city of Lima. These beans are large and a striking appearance, while the earthy flavor and The firm texture of brown lentils allows for long standard lentil. The flavor profile comes through to France, where they were fist cultivated in the hear this bean being referred to as the “white pea flat, and carry a savory flavor, with a cream and firm texture provides versatility for any dish you cooking times, while holding its shape very well. as buttery-smooth with mild nut-like notes. 1800’s. Flageolet beans are a staple in French bean.” French navy beans have great nutritional meaty texture. are looking to elevate. This variety is mild in flavor with undertones Crimson lentils are an excellent go-to for cooking, due to their super-creamy texture that is value and are a wonderfully wholesome ingredient #131070 12/1 lb #131490 12/1 lb of nuttiness. quick cooking, and pack a high protein punch. versatile across many French culinary applications. with relatively low levels of fat. #290260 10 lb #290440 10 lb #131430 12/1 lb This lentil not only appealing on any dish, #131290 12/1 lb #131560 12/1 lb #290420 10 lb but also highly nutritious. #290370 10 lb #290470 10 lb #131370 12/1 lb #290400 10 lb GREAT NORTHERN BEANS PIGEON PEAS IVORY WHITE LENTILS MIXED LENTILS PETITE GOLDEN LENTILS Great northern beans are white, oval-shaped, Pigeon peas, also known as “Congo peas” Known by chefs as “ivory white lentils,” these A delightful and stunning gourmet mix of ivory Known for quick cooking and high protein: and have a coarse texture with a mild flavor. contain high levels of amino acids and protein. fantastically tiny, ivory-colored discs are not white, golden, black, petite crimson, and French these mild, buttery, and smooth lentils add Due to the similarity in appearance, great The flavor of this African heirloom variety technically lentils at all. Believe it or not, green lentils. This unique hand-selected mix offers vibrancy to any dish you choose to showcase northern beans work to be a good substitution is pungent and coarse in texture. Pigeon peas they are the white center of the Indian bean you the opportunity to add firm texture to a variety them on. for navy beans, if running short. are a very common ingredient in Asian, African, crop named “black gram.” This incognito bean of culinary creations, while impacting and elevating #131400 12/1 lb #131340 12/1 lb and Latin America cuisine. is a rich source of protein, has a mild earthy-like dish presentation. #290410 10 lb #290360 10 lb flavor, and smooth soft texture when cooked. #131510 1 2 / 1 l b #131530 12/1 lb WWW.SIDWAINER.COM | 800-423-8333 | 2301 PURCHASE STREET | NEW BEDFORD, MA 02746 USA A HACCP CERTIFIED COMPANY | SQF SAFE QUALITY FOODS CERTIFICATION BEYOND THE GRAIN 9 GRAINS ANCIENT GRAINS BLEND BUCKWHEAT GROATS COARSE BULGUR WHEAT This is a mild, nutty, and semi-sweet combination Buckwheat groats have a complex walnut Coarse bulgur wheat has a nutty and earthy taste of farro, freekeh, grano, red rice, rye berries, and cocoa-like flavor. They are the small seeds with a firm texture. This wheat is a form of cracked and wheat berries. The hand-selected blend has of the buckwheat plant and are not related wheat berry: more specifically, hard red winter been chosen for its even cooking and harmonious to grain, but are related to the rhubarb plant: wheat berry, which is pre-steamed to speed up textures. This is hearty combination of ancient which classifies them as gluten free. cooking time in the kitchen. Being from a hard red grains that offers a nutrient rich mix of textures, #130010 12/1 lb winter wheat berry, the flavor profile of this coarse while providing excellent versatility in all categories bulgur is much more pronounced than the bulgur of soup.