Built for foodservice kitchens that demand reliable yield, firm texture, and versatile menu applications.
La Preferida Chick Peas are fully cooked and packed in 6 lb #10 BPA‑free cans, making them ideal for salads, soups, stews, spreads, hummus, and global menu builds across restaurants, catering operations, and institutional kitchens. With their authentic flavor, consistent texture, and dependable performance, these bulk chick peas help operators save prep time, control food costs, and deliver plant‑forward dishes at scale.
Ingredients
Chick Peas, Water, Salt, Disodium EDTA added to promote color retention.
Why Foodservice Operators Choose La Preferida
Built for Commercial Kitchens
🔪 #10 Foodservice Can
Large-format 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 hold their structure during mixing, roasting, simmering, and service.
🔪 Highly Versatile Across Menus
Suitable for Mediterranean, Latin, Middle Eastern, and plant-forward menu applications.
🔪 BPA-Free Lined Can
Safe, dependable packaging 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
La Preferida Chick Peas are trusted by foodservice operators who need consistent yield, dependable texture, and efficient prep. Fully cooked and packed in a #10 can, these bulk chick peas support high-volume kitchens with flexible menu performance — service after service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many servings are in a 6 lb #10 can of La Preferida Chick Peas?
Each can yields approximately 24–28 servings (½ cup portion), making it ideal for high‑volume kitchens.
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Are the chick peas fully cooked?
Yes, La Preferida Chick Peas are fully cooked and ready to use — simply drain, heat, and serve.
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How should I store unopened and opened cans?
Unopened cans should be stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate unused chick peas in a sealed container and use within 3–4 days.
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What dishes can I make with chick peas?
They’re perfect for hummus, salads, soups, stews, grain bowls, and Mediterranean or Middle Eastern menu builds.
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Is the can BPA‑free?
Yes, La Preferida Chick Peas are packaged in BPA‑free lined cans for safe, dependable foodservice use.