Bean chip

Tostitos-brand garlic and black 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 and rice, such as brown rice, ^[2] pinto beans, black beans, ^[3] and white beans. ^[4] Some bean chips are prepared using green beans. ^[5] 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 by various dips. ^{[1] [6]}

Preparation methods

Bean chips may be deep-fried ^[7] or baked, ^[8] and may be seasoned. ^[7] A method of preparation uses dehulled, soaked beans that are blended with vegetable oil, salt, and a thickening agent. ^[9] 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. ^[9]

Green bean chips

Green bean chips may be prepared mixed with olive oil and seasonings, which are placed on a baking pan and baked until they are crisp. ^[5] They may be prepared by freeze-drying green beans that are then vacuum-fried. ^[10] Per a one-ounce (30 g) serving, green bean chips contain 130 calories, 4.5 g fat and 5 g fiber. ^[10]

Commercial varieties

Some companies in the United States mass-produce bean chips for consumer purchase, in a variety of flavours, with brands including Beanfields Bean Chips, ^[2] The Good Bean, Inc., and Beanitos. ^{[3] [11] [12]} Bean chips produced by The Good Bean, Inc. are prepared with beans, sweet potato, and quinoa. ^[11]

See also

• Food portal

• Bean dip
• Chips and dip
• Corn chip
• List of deep fried foods
• List of legume dishes
• List of snack foods
• Tortilla chip
• Vegetable chips

References

1. "What's Better Than Potato Chips? Bean Chips". Consumer Reports. January 31, 2015. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
2. Mary Ellen Shoup (March 1, 2019). "Beanfields CEO brings about brand revival: 'Our addressable market is anybody that wants a good tasting chip'". Food Navigator-USA.
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.
4. "Consumer Reports: Veggie chips vs. potato chips". Channel 3000. May 8, 2014. Archived from the original on May 4, 2015. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
5. Urban, Shilo (February 29, 2012). "5 Recipes for a Veritable Potpourri of Veggie Chips". Organic Authority. Retrieved 28 April 2015.
6. Naylor, S. (2014). The Smart Guide to Bachelorette Parties. Smart Guide Publications, Incorporated. p. 213. ISBN   978-0-9785341-1-0.
7. Perrine, S.; Flickinger, L.; Health, E.W. (2011). The Women's Health Diet . Rodale Books. p.  233. ISBN   978-1-60961-245-0.
8. Lins, Jennifer. Vegetarian for Weight Loss.^{[ permanent dead link ]}
9. Ensminger, M.E.; Ensminger, A.H. (1993). Foods & Nutrition Encyclopedia, Two Volume Set. Taylor & Francis. p. 177. ISBN   978-0-8493-8980-1.
10. Marinello, Professor Nina (August 22, 2010). "Green Bean Chips". The Healthy Professor. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
11. "Bean Chips With Sweet Potato & Quinoa". Convenience Store News. Archived from the original on April 28, 2015. Retrieved April 28, 2015.
12. "Soy, Kale, and Bean: 3 Non-Potato Chips We Like". Health.com. November 19, 2012. Retrieved 28 April 2015.

Further reading

• Martin, C. (2003). The Wilderness Chef: Gourmet Recipes for the Great Outdoors. Lyons Press Series. Globe Pequot Press. pp. 162–163. ISBN   978-1-58574-858-7.
• "Massey scientists' bean chips could be next big health snack". Manawatu Standard . April 3, 2015. Retrieved April 28, 2015.