Dried chickpeas from Solco Dritto di Valentano 500g

Dried chickpeas from Solco Dritto di Valentano 500g

I Dry Chickpeas from the Solco Dritto of Valentano from Agriturismo Il Poggio are historic legumes of Alta Tuscia that can bring medieval traditions back to your plate.

These chickpeas are yellow, smooth, and usually weigh about 300 mg each. They typically grow in hilly, particularly clayey soils and in a mild climate.
These particular conditions give these legumes an excellent flavor, allowing us to cook them in less time compared to other legumes of the same type.

HISTORY OF THE CHICKPEA FROM THE SOLCO DRITTO OF VALENTANO

Various historical documents speak of the Chickpea of the Solco Dritto, with some testimonies coming from the Etruscans, who used it extensively as an ingredient in their dishes. From then until today, it has represented a very important product for both the sustenance of farming families and the local economy.
The name derives from an old farming tradition called “tiratura del solco dritto”. This takes place every year on August 14th when a furrow is marked in the plain of Valentano. Depending on how straight it is, predictions for the following year's harvest are made.

Dried chickpeas from Solco Dritto di Valentano 500g: How is it produced

Azienda Agricola Il Poggio, Lazio

Ingredients Dried chickpeas from Solco Dritto di Valentano 500g

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