Our variety ranges in sizes from small to nearly 6-10 inches long and Seeds are kidney shaped somewhat curved with white cream and red color. They are unique because they taste wonderful without any spices. You can cook them as dal or simply boil them to a thick consistency, then mix with diced tomatoes, onion, and salt for a snack.
Cowpea is rich in potassium with good amount of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, vitamin A and C. It is an excellent source of fiber, foliate and iron. Cowpea tones the spleen, stomach and pancreas. It also has a reputation for helping induce urination and relieving damp conditions like leucorrhea.
The soluble fiber found in these beans have low Glycemic index and provide low risk for diabetes. They are rich in lignin preventing osteoporosis and heart diseases. Phytosterols present in the beans may help- reduce blood cholesterol level.
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