Description

Besan or gram flour is a kind of pulse flour made from ground, dried chickpeas (also known as chana dal or gram chickpea). It is considered a staple ingredient among Middle Eastern cuisines, including Indian, Bangladeshi, Burmese, Nepali, Pakistani, and Sri Lankan cuisines. It is also known as chickpea flour or garbanzo bean flour. Like its origin, it has a neutral, nutty, bean-like taste that perfectly complements both flavour-rich and sweet dishes.

In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, they use chickpea flour for skin cleansing. It is a gentle ingredient that won?t harm your sensitive skin and has no record of an allergic reaction among different skin types.

Nutrition Facts of Natco Gram Flour (Besan)

A one (1) cup serving of gram flour or Besan contains:

• Calories: 356
• Total Fat: 6 grams (9% of DV)
• (Saturated Fat): 0.6 grams (3% of DV)
• (Polyunsaturated Fat): 2.7 grams
• (Monounsaturated Fat): 1.4 grams
• Sodium: 58.9 mg. (2% of DV)
• Potassium: 778.3 mg. (22% of DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 53 grams (17% of DV)
• (Dietary Fibre): 10 grams (40% of DV)
• (Sugar): 10 grams
• Protein: 21 grams (42% of DV)
• Calcium: 4% of DV
• Iron: 25% of DV
• Vitamin B6: 25% of DV
• Magnesium: 38% of DV

In Indian cuisine, besan or gram flour are commonly used for gravies, batters (like the ones you make for pancakes), as well as in making the most sought-after Indian flatbreads. The amazing thing is this, besan or gram flour is gluten-free ? which makes it a perfect addition to any meal plans, especially for vegans or vegetarians. Since they are naturally gluten-free, gram flour is most suitable for making easy flatbread recipes.