Bean chips

Bean chips are chips prepared using beans as a primary ingredient.[1] Bean chips have been described as being higher in fiber and protein compared to corn and potato chips.[1] Bean chips may be prepared from a variety of bean types, such as pinto beans, black beans,[2] and white beans.[3] Some bean chips are prepared using green beans.[4] They may be prepared from a bean dough that is steamed, sliced and fried. They may be consumed as a snack food, and may be accompanied with various dips.[1][5]

Preparation methods

Bean chips may be deep-fried[6] or baked,[7] and may be seasoned.[6] A method of preparation uses dehulled, soaked beans that are blended with vegetable oil, salt and a thickening agent.[8] Using this method, the mixture is formed into a dough which is then steamed, after which the dough is sliced and the pieces are fried.[8]

Pinto beans, black beans and white beans may be used to create bean chips

Green bean chips

Green beans

Green bean chips may be prepared mixed with olive oil and seasonings, which is placed on a baking pan and baked until they are crisp.[4] They may be prepared by freeze-drying green beans that are then vacuum-fried.[9] Per a one-ounce (30 g) serving, green bean chips contain 130 calories, 4.5 g fat and 5 g fiber.[9]

Commercial varieties

Some companies in the United States mass-produce bean chips for consumer purchase, such as The Good Bean, Inc. and Beanitos.[2][10][11]

Beanitos

Beanitos, Inc. is based in Austin, Texas and Beanitos chips are sold in over 35,000 stores in the U.S.[12] Beanitos are prepared using pinto beans, and some versions contain flax seeds.[13] Beanitos are produced in a variety of flavors.[2] Per a serving size of ten chips, Beanitos-brand Chipotle BBQ Black Bean Chips contain 140 calories, 4 g protein, 7 g fat, 15 g carbohydrate and 150 mg sodium.[14] Nutritionally Beanitos compare favorably with many other snack foods.[15]

The Good Bean, Inc.

Bean chips produced by The Good Bean, Inc. are prepared with beans, sweet potato and quinoa.[10] The Good Bean chips are produced in a variety of flavors.[16]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 "What's Better Than Potato Chips? Bean Chips". Consumer Reports. January 31, 2015. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  2. 1 2 3 Leblang, Bonnie Tandy; Wyman, Carolyn (February 1, 2011). "SUPERMARKET SAMPLER: Uh, let's just say Beanitos Bean Chips may not be for everybody". New Haven Register. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  3. ↑ "Consumer Reports: Veggie chips vs. potato chips". Channel 3000. May 8, 2014. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  4. 1 2 Urban, Shilo (February 29, 2012). "5 Recipes for a Veritable Potpourri of Veggie Chips". Organic Authority. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
  5. ↑ Naylor, S. (2014). The Smart Guide to Bachelorette Parties. Smart Guide To. Smart Guide Publications, Incorporated. p. 213. ISBN 978-0-9785341-1-0.
  6. 1 2 Perrine, S.; Flickinger, L.; Health, E.W. (2011). The Women's Health Diet. Rodale Books. p. 233. ISBN 978-1-60961-245-0.
  7. ↑ Lins, Jennifer. Vegetarian for Weight Loss.
  8. 1 2 Ensminger, M.E.; Ensminger, A.H. (1993). Foods & Nutrition Encyclopedia, Two Volume Set. Taylor & Francis. p. 177. ISBN 978-0-8493-8980-1.
  9. 1 2 Marinello, Professor Nina (August 22, 2010). "Green Bean Chips". The Healthy Professor. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  10. 1 2 "Bean Chips With Sweet Potato & Quinoa". Convenience Store News. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  11. ↑ "Soy, Kale, and Bean: 3 Non-Potato Chips We Like". Health.com. November 19, 2012. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
  12. ↑ Grisales, Claudia (April 23, 2015). "Austin's Beanitos to get Super Bowl ad mention". www.statesman.com. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  13. ↑ Barclay, Eliza (March 8, 2011). "The Naked Truth About The Chip Aisle". NPR.org. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  14. ↑ Times, Los Angeles (November 20, 2012). "Beanitos Chipotle BBQ Black Bean Chips". latimes.com. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
  15. ↑ (Huffington Post) Dump Your Doritos, Fritos and Cheetos! There's No Excuse for Eating Junk Food Anymore
  16. ↑ Solutions, IFT (August 25, 2013). "The Good Bean's Recipe for Success: An Interview with Sarah Wallace". International Food Trader. Retrieved April 28, 2015.

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