Gram Flour

Gram Flour, popularly known as Besan in India, is a finely ground flour made from chickpeas (chana dal) and is a staple ingredient in Indian kitchens. With its pale yellow color and nutty flavor, gram flour is widely used in preparing both savory and sweet dishes. It is the key ingredient in popular Indian snacks like pakoras, dhokla, khandvi, sev, and chakli, as well as in sweets such as ladoos, mysore pak, and besan barfi. Beyond its culinary versatility, gram flour is valued for its nutritional richness, being high in protein, fiber, iron, and essential vitamins, while naturally gluten-free, making it a healthy alternative to wheat flour. In traditional remedies and skincare, besan is often used in face packs and body scrubs due to its cleansing and exfoliating properties. India is a leading producer of chickpeas and gram flour, making it an essential commodity in both domestic consumption and global trade. Its combination of health benefits, taste, and multipurpose uses has established gram flour as an indispensable part of Indian cuisine and culture.