Organic Mandya Gram Flour (Chana Besan) | 500g Pouch

How to Use

• Prepare batters for pakoras, bajji, or fritters
• Make chillas or savoury pancakes for breakfast
• Use as a thickening agent in curries and gravies
• Add as a binding ingredient in cutlets or kebabs
• Use in sweets like ladoos

Recipes

1. Besan Chilla (Savoury Pancake)

• Mix besan with water to form a smooth batter
• Add chopped onions, green chilli, and coriander
• Season with salt and spices
• Heat a pan and spread the batter thinly
• Cook on both sides until golden
• Serve hot with chutney

1. Crispy Pakoras

• Combine besan with spices and salt
• Add sliced vegetables (onion, potato, spinach)
• Mix with water to form a thick batter
• Heat oil and drop small portions into it
• Fry until crisp and golden
• Drain and serve with tea

1. Besan Ladoo

• Roast besan in ghee on low heat
• Stir continuously until aromatic
• Add powdered jaggery or sugar
• Mix well and let it cool slightly
• Shape into small ladoos
• Store in an airtight container

1. Kadhi (Besan-Based Curry)

• Whisk besan with buttermilk
• Add turmeric and salt
• Cook on low flame, stirring continuously
• Prepare tempering with mustard seeds and curry leaves
• Add tempering to kadhi
• Simmer and serve with rice

Storage & Shelf Life

• Store in an airtight container
• Keep in a cool, dry place away from moisture
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight
• Use a dry spoon to prevent clumping
• Best used within a few months for freshness

Organic Mandya chana besan contains nutrients present in chickpeas. It is often chosen as an alternative to refined flours.

Key nutritional components include:

• Plant-based protein
  
• Dietary fibre
  
• Complex carbohydrates
  
• Essential minerals like iron and magnesium
  

Everyday features of chana besan:

• Contains dietary fibre present in chickpeas
  
• Contains complex carbohydrates
  
• Can be included as part of a balanced diet
  
• Contains plant-based protein present in chickpeas
  
• Commonly used in Indian cooking
  

Because it is made from legumes rather than refined grains, gram flour is commonly used in a variety of recipes. It integrates easily into regular diets without requiring major changes in cooking habits.

Before any Organic Mandya product reaches your kitchen, it must successfully pass through our rigorous three-tier verification process:

1. Two Independent Certifications to guarantee authentic farming practices.
2. Third-Party Lab Testing to ensure absolute quality and safety

Choosing Organic Mandya chana besan over regular options can make a noticeable difference in both cooking experience and overall quality.

Compared to regular besan:

• No artificial additives
  
• Made from chickpeas
  
• Mild taste and aroma
  
• Consistent texture in batters and doughs
  

Features of Organic Mandya besan:

• Direct farm sourcing ensures traceability
  
• Fine grind improves texture in recipes
  
• Reliable performance across cooking styles
  
• Suitable for a variety of dishes
  
• Minimally processed
  

Regular market besan may sometimes contain mixed grains or uneven textures, affecting taste and cooking results. In contrast, Organic Mandya chana besan offers a transparent option for everyday use.

At Organic Mandya, sourcing and processing are handled with care to maintain the integrity of the ingredient.

Farming practices:

• Chickpeas grown using , chemical-free methods
• No synthetic pesticides or fertilizers
• Sourced directly from trusted farmers

Processing approach:

• Carefully cleaned to remove impurities
• Minimally processed to retain qualities
• Ground into a fine, uniform texture

Quality indicators of good besan:

• Smooth and soft texture without coarse particles
• Uniform light yellow colour
• Clean, mild aroma without mustiness
• Free-flowing with no lumps or moisture

Unlike heavily processed flours, this Organic Mandya besan is not treated with bleaching agents or additives. The result is a flour that feels, cooks predictably, and maintains its authentic taste.