Lupinus mutabilis is a species of lupin grown in the Andes for its edible bean. Vernacular names include Tarwi, Tarhui, Chocho, Altramuz, Andean Lupin, South American Lupin, or Pearl Lupin.
The bone-white seed contains more than 40% protein and 20% fat and has been used as a food by Andean people since ancient times, especially in soups, stews, salads and by itself
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