{"product_id":"black-turtle-beans","title":"Black Turtle Beans – Dried Black Beans","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlack Turtle Beans – Dried Black Beans for Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack turtle beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, also widely known as black beans, are a versatile dried pulse with a rich, earthy flavour and creamy interior. They hold their shape well when cooked, making them a useful pantry staple for soups, stews, chilli, Mexican and Latin American-style meals, rice dishes and everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike OzSprout products specifically selected for germination, these black turtle beans are supplied for \u003cstrong\u003ecooking and culinary use\u003c\/strong\u003e. They can be cooked whole, mashed, puréed or blended for a wide variety of savoury dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRich, Earthy Black Beans for Everyday Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCooked black turtle beans develop a tender, creamy centre while retaining enough structure for dishes where you want the beans to remain intact. Their mild, earthy and slightly sweet flavour pairs particularly well with chilli, cumin, garlic, tomato, lime and fresh herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse cooked black beans in chilli, tacos, burritos, nachos, enchiladas, soups, casseroles, rice dishes, grain bowls and salads. They can also be mashed for refried-style beans, shaped into bean patties or veggie burgers, or blended into savoury dips and spreads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Dried Black Turtle Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor conventional stovetop cooking, sort and rinse the dried beans before soaking them for approximately 8–12 hours. Drain and discard the soaking water, rinse again and cook thoroughly in fresh water until completely tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlack turtle beans naturally contain lectins, so they should not be eaten raw or undercooked. Bring soaked beans to a vigorous boil before reducing the heat and continuing to cook until tender. Refer to the \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Cook Black Turtle Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e tab for the complete method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCooking Beans – Not for Sprouting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a \u003cstrong\u003edried cooking bean and is not intended for sprouting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Customers looking for beans specifically selected for edible germination should choose a dedicated sprouting product such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/green-mung-bean-sprouting-seeds\"\u003eGreen Mung Bean Sprouting Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Beans \u0026amp; Pulses for Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you regularly cook with dried beans and pulses, you may also like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/adzuki-bean-sprouting-seeds\"\u003eAdzuki Beans\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/chickpea-sprouting-seeds\"\u003eChickpeas\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/large-red-lentil-sprouting-seeds\"\u003eLarge Red Lentils\u003c\/a\u003e. Each can also be cooked as a versatile pantry pulse, with different flavours and textures suited to curries, soups, stews, salads, grain bowls and other savoury dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHome \u0026amp; Bulk Black Turtle Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOzSprout black turtle beans are available in convenient home packs through to \u003cstrong\u003e24kg bulk quantities\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them suitable for home cooks, restaurants, caterers, food businesses and customers who regularly prepare larger quantities of dried beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your preferred pack size above to view current availability and pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ozsprout","offers":[{"title":"250","offer_id":42801919295731,"sku":"AW-BLACKTURTLEB-250-0229","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":42801919328499,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-500G-0230","price":5.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42801919361267,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-1KG-0231","price":7.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":42801919394035,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-2KG-0232","price":13.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3kg","offer_id":42801919426803,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-3KG-0233","price":19.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4kg","offer_id":42801919459571,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-4KG-0234","price":24.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5kg","offer_id":42801919492339,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-5KG-0235","price":29.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10kg","offer_id":42801919525107,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-10KG-0236","price":50.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24kg","offer_id":42801919557875,"sku":"N-BLACKTURTLEB-24KG-0237","price":105.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/1446\/5779\/files\/black-turtle-beans.webp?v=1759256061","url":"https:\/\/ozsprout.com.au\/products\/black-turtle-beans","provider":"OzSprout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}