This brand is affordable and widely available.

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There are a ton of canned goods I keep stocked in my pantry.

That being said, not all cans are created equal.

A plate of cooked chickpeas garnished with parsley and paprika, served with lemon wedges and a fork

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In my household, one of the most depended-on canned goods is chickpeas.

Not all brands of chickpeas are created equal.

I’ve opened a couple of cans to find mushy, weird-tasting, or tiny chickpeas.

Goya brand chickpeas in a can labeled “Chick Peas Garbanzos” with a Chef’s Best Award seal

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Here’s what they had to say.

The chefs outline two main categories that set the brand above all the rest: flavor and texture.

They’re also a great alternative to traditionally gluten-heavy recipes.

Hunn explains: “Chickpeas are naturally gluten-free and an awesome protein-packed staple for gluten-free cooking.