{"product_id":"red-broad-beans","title":"Red Broad Beans","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆 (Cameron) Singapore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans, also known as Pearl Bean 珍珠豆, Cameron Pearl Bean, Borlotti Beans or Cranberry Beans, are fresh speckled shell beans with cream-white beans and red markings. They are loved for their creamy cooked texture, mild nutty flavour and beautiful red-speckled pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are commonly used in soups, stews, braised dishes and home-style Chinese cooking. Once cooked, the beans become soft, creamy and comforting, making them a good ingredient for pork rib soup, chicken soup, vegetable soup, bean stews and simple stir-fried or braised dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough locally called Red Broad Beans by some customers, this bean is closer to a borlotti or cranberry-style bean rather than a true broad bean or fava bean. The beans are usually removed from the pod before cooking and should be cooked thoroughly before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indonesia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e珍珠豆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCameron Pearl Bean, Borlotti Beans, Cranberry Beans, Red Broad Beans, White Beans with Red Speckles and Speckled Beans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBean Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh shell bean, borlotti \/ cranberry-style bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed-speckled pods with cream-white beans and red markings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaste\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild, nutty and earthy when cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy, soft and comforting after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreparation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove beans from pods, rinse, then cook thoroughly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups, stews, braised dishes, Chinese soup, pork rib soup, chicken soup and home cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep refrigerated and use as soon as possible for best freshness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean has a mild nutty flavour and a creamy texture once cooked. The beans are soft and comforting, making them suitable for soups and slow-cooked dishes where the beans can absorb flavour from the broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red and cream colour is most attractive when raw. After cooking, the bright speckled pattern may fade or turn more muted, which is normal for borlotti-style beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy and soft after cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild nutty bean flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful red-speckled pods and beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for Chinese home cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest cooked thoroughly before eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆 are fresh shell beans with colourful red-speckled pods and cream-white beans. In Singapore and Malaysia, they may be sold as Pearl Bean, Cameron Pearl Bean, Red Broad Beans or 珍珠豆.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are often compared with borlotti beans or cranberry beans because of their red-speckled appearance and creamy cooked texture. The pods are usually opened, and the beans inside are cooked before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Pearl Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean, open the pod and remove the beans inside. Rinse the beans well, then boil, simmer or cook them in soup until fully tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh pearl beans usually cook faster than dried beans, but cooking time can still vary depending on maturity and batch. Older or larger beans may need a longer simmer to become soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the pod and remove the beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the beans before cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil or simmer until fully tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to pork rib soup, chicken soup or vegetable soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in stews, braised dishes or bean salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not eat raw or undercooked beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCooking Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean is especially good in soup because the beans become creamy and absorb flavour from the broth. They pair well with pork ribs, chicken, carrots, corn, potatoes, onions, celery and tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also be cooked until tender, then added to salads, pasta, tomato-based stews, bean casseroles or simple olive oil and garlic dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl bean pork rib soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken soup with pearl beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable and bean soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomato borlotti bean stew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBean and potato braise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooked bean salad with olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Broad Beans vs Borlotti Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans is a local market name that some customers use for this type of speckled fresh bean. Borlotti Beans or Cranberry Beans are common English names for similar red-speckled beans used in Italian and Western cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComparison\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Broad Beans \/ Pearl Bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorlotti Beans \/ Cranberry Beans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal soups and home cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups, stews, pasta and salads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed-speckled pods and cream-white beans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed or pink-speckled beans and pods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy and soft after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy and tender after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEating Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually shelled and cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually shelled and cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePearl Bean vs White Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl beans may look like white beans because the beans have a cream-white base, but they are marked with red speckles. Plain white beans such as cannellini or navy beans are usually fully white and are often sold dried or canned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComparison\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePearl Bean 珍珠豆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Beans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream-white with red speckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain white to cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually sold fresh in pods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften sold dried, canned or cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft and creamy, depending on type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh soups, stews and home cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups, casseroles, dips and stews\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePearl Bean vs True Broad Bean\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans is a common market name, but this product is not the same as true broad beans or fava beans. True broad beans are usually larger, flatter and green when fresh, while Pearl Beans are cream-white with red speckles and are closer to borlotti or cranberry-style beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComparison\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePearl Bean \/ Red Broad Bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Broad Bean \/ Fava Bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e珍珠豆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e蚕豆, depending on product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream-white beans with red speckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge green or pale beans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong red-speckled pod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThicker green pod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy and soft after cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm to creamy, depending on maturity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups, stews and local home cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad bean dishes, stews and snacks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean refrigerated after delivery. Fresh shell beans are best cooked as soon as possible while the pods are still firm and the beans are fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wash the beans before storage unless you are cooking them immediately. If the beans are already shelled, keep them in a covered container in the refrigerator and cook them soon for best quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep refrigerated after delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore dry and unwashed until ready to cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell only before cooking where possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCook soon for best sweetness and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any soft, mouldy or damaged pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCook thoroughly before eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutrition Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean is a fresh legume. Once cooked, beans naturally provide carbohydrates, plant-based protein, fibre and small amounts of minerals such as potassium and iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe values below are a general guide for cooked borlotti or cranberry-style beans. Actual nutrition may vary depending on bean maturity, cooking method and serving portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference Serving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g cooked beans, general guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 120–140 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 20–25g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 7–9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5–8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. For food safety and best texture, cook the beans fully before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆, also commonly recognised as Cameron Pearl Bean, Borlotti Beans or Cranberry Beans. It is usually used as a fresh shell bean for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePod colour, bean colour, speckling, bean size, maturity, freshness, packaging and exact weight may vary by batch. The red speckled colour may fade after cooking, which is normal for this type of bean. Product photos are for reference only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean may also be known as Pearl Bean, Cameron Pearl Bean, Pearl Bean Cameron, 珍珠豆, Cameron 珍珠豆, Red Broad Beans, Borlotti Beans, Borlotti Bean, Cranberry Beans, Cranberry Bean, White Beans with Red Speckles, Speckled Beans, Pink Speckled Beans, Roman Beans, Romano Beans and Fresh Shell Beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean from SKC Fruits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKC Fruits offers Red Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆 for customers in Singapore who want fresh shell beans for soups, stews and home cooking. These speckled beans are suitable for Chinese soup, pork rib soup, vegetable soup, braised dishes and creamy bean recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Broad Beans Pearl Bean 珍珠豆\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso known as Cameron Pearl Bean and Borlotti Beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh speckled shell beans for cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreamy, soft and nutty after cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for soups, stews and braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient pearl bean delivery in Singapore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SKC Fruits","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack","offer_id":42868707262562,"sku":"180g","price":5.9,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/2880\/9826\/files\/red-broad-beans-pearl-bean-indonesia.png?v=1783492208","url":"https:\/\/www.skcfruits.com\/products\/red-broad-beans","provider":"SKC Fruits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}