Organic
Purple Hull
"Nutritious and delicious Southern staple"
A Southern favorite, Purple Hull peas are a type of cowpea known for their distinctive purple hulls and creamy white interior.
Also known as
Purple Hull peas, Cowpeas
Botanical name
Vigna unguiculata
Product Details
PLU Code
94531
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Beans › All Sizes
Origin
Originating in Africa, Purple Hull peas were brought to the Americas by enslaved Africans and became a staple in the Southern United States.
Temperature
4 to 5°C (39 to 41°F)
Shelf Life
6-8 days
Status
Approved
About Purple Hull
Rich in protein, fiber, and vitamins, Purple Hull peas are an excellent addition to a variety of dishes, from traditional Southern cooking to international cuisine.
Nutrition Information
Purple Hull is a type of Southern pea, the nutrition facts for it are as follows
One hundred grams of cooked Purple Hull contains approximately 113 calories, 2 grams of fat, 7 grams of protein, 20 grams of carbohydrates, and 9 grams of dietary fiber. The same amount also contains essential vitamins and minerals including 10 milligrams of calcium, 220 milligrams of potassium, 1 milligram of vitamin B6, and 2 micrograms of folate.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for southern peas (cowpeas, black-eyed, cream, purplehull, crowder) in the pod. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
4 to 5°C (39 to 41°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Breathable containers or bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
6-8 days
Storage Notes: Peas decay quickly at room temperature, and contact with water greatly speeds deterioration of unshelled peas, so cool them promptly with forced air and keep them refrigerated at high humidity. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 550-552.
Applies to: southern peas (cowpeas, black-eyed, cream, purplehull, crowder) in the pod.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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