Red Cowpea (Alasande/Lobia) – Low-GI High-Fibre Pulse

Description

Red cowpea is the quietly clever pulse — low-GI, high in fibre, and a genuine friend to blood-sugar-conscious cooking. Small, reddish and satisfying, it makes a warming curry or a festive sundal. Grown chemical-free, it’s everyday goodness with a gentle glycemic edge.

In your kitchen

Soak and cook for warming curries and festive sundal. Naturally low-GI and high in fibre — wholesome and satisfying.

Why you’ll love it

• Chemical-Free – Grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or chemicals
• Gluten-Free – Naturally gluten-free, suitable for gluten-sensitive diets
• High in Protein – A good plant-based protein source for everyday strength
• High in Fibre – Dietary fibre that supports healthy digestion and keeps you fuller
• Low GI – A low-glycemic choice that fits a blood-sugar-conscious plate
• Iron-Rich – Contains iron, which supports energy and everyday vitality

Frequently asked questions

How does alasande compare to rajma?
It’s the lighter cousin — a shorter soak (2–4 hours is enough), faster cooking, and a gentler feel after the meal, with a similar hearty red-bean satisfaction.

What are its traditional uses?
Alasande huli and palya in Karnataka homes, festive sundal, and hearty curries. It holds its shape well, so it also works in salads and one-pot rice dishes.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Best used within 6 months of packing.

The Krish Royal Organics promise

Sourced direct from farmers who grow without synthetic chemicals. Certified under NPOP (India Organic), FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018. Freshly packed in small batches.