TLC Lupin Protein Flakes (400g)

As a long-time Lupin Lover I can vouch that actually getting your hands on some Lupin (which is not the Garden Centre variety) in the UK is not at all straight forward. I frequently ask likely grocery stores if they have it - but every time I get the same answer..'Lupin?, What is that? EvenHolland & Barat don't stock it. Thank goodness for the Lupin Company.

I add the lupin flakes to my homemade muesli. I can’t say it adds to the taste or texture but, as a vegetarian, it’s a great and necessary protein daily addition to my diet. I should experiment with other veggie menus but I’m not great at baking.

I'm glad to have found this product -- a low carb/high protein grain susbtitute.

I've prepared them like I would for couscous (boil kettle, submerge lupins in hot water and cover for 10 minutes to steam). I then add seasoning (salt, pepper and fresh herbs).

Lupins are not unpleasant. I've made several meals with them -- one was a chicken cashew curry with the lupins acting like rice. It was nice. However, there is a slight metallicy/lentil/ split pea taste. Again, not horrible. But it is there in my opinion. I want to like these more than I do since the nutritional qualities are incredible. So, I'll use up my smaller bags and see if I develop a stronger affinity for them before I contemplate purchasing the larger sized bag.

Lupin flakes have revolutionised my lunches at work. They are an instant, incredibly nutritious and versatile food. Love them.

I had no idea as to what to expect, but I am so pleased that I decided to try them. I can taste lentils (which I use a lot), however the flaked Lupin beans are just so easy to use. I am sprinkling them over just about everything. I think it is brilliant that something so tasty and so easy to use is actually so good for you !!