{"product_id":"organic-red-kidney-beans-500g","title":"Organic Red Kidney Beans 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed kidney beans are the classic, hearty bean of chilli con carne, red beans and rice, and Rajma — deep mahogany-red, firm, and meaty with a robust flavour that absorbs bold spices beautifully. These certified organic red kidney beans from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are whole dried beans requiring soaking and cooking, but delivering far superior flavour and texture to tinned at a fraction of the cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent source of \u003cstrong\u003eplant protein\u003c\/strong\u003e (24g\/100g), \u003cstrong\u003efolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, and very high dietary fibre (25g\/100g). Low glycaemic index. Rich in anthocyanin antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Important:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red kidney beans must be boiled vigorously for at least 10 minutes before any simmering — they contain a natural lectin (phytohaemagglutinin) that is destroyed by boiling but not by slow-cooking at lower temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak overnight, boil vigorously 10 minutes, then simmer 40–50 minutes. Use in chilli, Rajma, red beans and rice, and bean soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Classic Chilli con Carne:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fry 500g minced beef with 1 onion, 3 garlic cloves. Add 2 tsp cumin, 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp oregano. Stir in 1 tin tomatoes, 300ml beef stock, and 250g pre-cooked kidney beans. Simmer 30 minutes. Serve over rice with sour cream, grated cheese, and coriander. The kidney beans are essential — their firm, meaty texture holds up in the rich, spiced sauce. Serves 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g (dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1357 kJ \/ 325 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Red Kidney Beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy must kidney beans be boiled vigorously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw and undercooked kidney beans contain phytohaemagglutinin (PHA) — a toxic lectin that causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea within hours of consumption. Boiling vigorously for 10 minutes destroys PHA completely. Slow cookers do not reach a high enough temperature — always pre-boil kidney beans before adding to slow cooker recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they need soaking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — soak 8–12 hours in cold water. Drain, rinse, boil vigorously for 10 minutes, then simmer 40–50 minutes until tender.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Natural Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49220044095740,"sku":"JNO3656","price":3.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/4683\/9207\/files\/JN85_large_3e9db1ab-dbf6-4dfd-b333-47ed97f8bd13.jpg?v=1782208174","url":"https:\/\/econaturalproducts.co.uk\/products\/organic-red-kidney-beans-500g","provider":"Eco Natural Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}