Pea

The Pea in Ancient Egypt


 * Egyptian Names:**

//Thw// (Common Pea)

//Hrw-bik// - "Falcon's Head" (Chickpea)

The Common Pea was introduced early and was a minor crop. Peas were found buried with the dead at the cemeteries of Hawara. The Chickpea was introduced during the 18th Dynasty, and was a vital source of protein. A basket of chickpeas was found in the tomb of Tutankhamen.

The Vegetables of Ancient Egypt