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Contact SupplierGram flour which is also called "Besan" in hindi is a flour made from Gram Dal or ground Chick Peas.
Gram flour is a pulse flour made from ground chickpeas or chana dahl. It is also known as chickpea flour, garbanzo flour, or besan. Used in many countries, it is a staple ingredient in Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi cuisines.
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Gram flour can be made from either raw chickpeas or roasted chickpeas. The roasted variety is more flavorful, while the raw variety has a slightly bitter taste.
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In the form of a paste with water or yogurt, it is also popular as a facial exfoliant in the Indian Subcontinent.
When mixed with an equal proportion of water, it can be used as an egg replacer in vegan cooking.
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Chila (or chilla), a pancake made with gram flour batter, is a popular street and fast food in India.
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Gram flour contains a high proportion of carbohydratesbut no gluten.Despite this, in comparison to other flours, it has a relatively high proportion of protein.