Chick Peas (Garbanzos) for High-Volume Foodservice
Built for foodservice kitchens that demand reliable yield, firm texture, and versatile menu applications.
La Preferida Chick Peas are fully cooked and packed in convenient 6 lb #10 cans, making them ideal for salads, soups, stews, hummus, grain bowls, and plant-forward menu builds across restaurants, catering operations, commissaries, and institutional kitchens.
With their hearty texture and dependable performance, these ready-to-use chickpeas help operators save prep time, control food costs, and deliver consistent results at scale.
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INGREDIENTS:
Chick Peas, Water, Salt, Disodium EDTA added to promote color retention.
Why Foodservice Operators Choose La Preferida
🔪 Bulk Foodservice Format
Large 6 lb #10 can designed for batch cooking, cold prep, and high-volume service.
🔪 Fully Cooked & Ready to Use
Drain, rinse, and serve or incorporate directly into recipes — no soaking or extended prep required.
🔪 Firm Texture & Shape Retention
Chick peas maintain their structure during mixing, roasting, simmering, and service.
🔪 Versatile Across Menus
Ideal for Mediterranean, Latin, Middle Eastern, and plant-forward menu applications.
🔪 BPA-Free Lined Can
Dependable packaging designed for commercial foodservice environments.
Yield & Portion Control
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Approx. 24 servings per #10 can
(based on Nutrition Facts label: ½ cup / 130g per serving) -
Supports consistent portioning for salads, sides, soups, and menu builds
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Predictable yield for menu costing and inventory planning
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Helps operators control food cost and reduce waste
Yield may vary slightly depending on application and preparation method.
Ideal For
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Restaurants & Cafés
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Catering & Event Kitchens
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Commissaries & Central Kitchens
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Food Trucks & Ghost Kitchens
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School & Institutional Dining
How Foodservice Kitchens Use It
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In salads and cold prep applications
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For soups, stews, and grain bowls
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As a base for hummus and spreads
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Roasted or seasoned for plant-forward menu items
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In bulk batch cooking for catering and events
Maintains integrity through mixing, roasting, and extended service.
Packaging Details
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#10 Foodservice Can
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Sold in 3-pack, 6-pack, and 12-pack cases
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Designed for efficient storage, stacking, and easy opening
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Frequently asked questions
How many servings are in a 6 lb #10 can of La Preferida Chick Peas?
Are the chick peas fully cooked?
How can foodservice kitchens use canned chickpeas?
Do canned chickpeas need to be cooked before serving?
Are chickpeas and garbanzo beans the same thing?