Gram Flour (Besan)
Also called: Kadalai Maavu · கடலை மாவு · बेसन
Fine chickpea flour for bajji, pakora, sweets and batters.
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About this product
Fine chickpea flour for bajji, pakora, sweets and batters.
Besan (gram flour) is made from ground chana dhal. It is the base for bajji, pakoda, mysore pak, ladoo and many batters.
Why you will love it
- Fine, smooth flour that makes crisp batters
- Good source of protein and fibre
- Used for bajji, pakoda, sweets and kadhi
- 500 g pack
Nannilam The Good Earth is an organic food store in Sholinganallur, OMR, Chennai, serving families for over 6 years. We source with care and pack fresh for you.
Nutrition
Per 100 g (approx.)
- Energy
- ~385 kcal
- Protein
- ~22 g
- Carbohydrate
- ~58 g
- Fat
- ~7 g
- Fibre
- ~11 g
How to use
Mix with water and spices for bajji and pakoda batter, or dry roast for ladoo and mysore pak.
How to store
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture and sunlight. Flours can attract insects in humid weather, so keep the container tightly closed and use within the best-before date. For long storage, keep in the fridge.
Questions
Is it gluten-free?
Besan is made from chickpeas and does not contain wheat. Check the pack for cross-contact.
How do I make crisp bajji?
Add a pinch of baking soda and a spoon of rice flour to the batter.
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary by batch. Product benefits are traditional uses and are not a substitute for medical advice.
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