Besan - Split Chick Peas Flour - 64 oz 4Lb 1.8 kg - Sheel Brand - Vegan Product

Besan - Split Chick Peas Flour - 64 oz (4Lb) 1.8 kg - Sheel Brand - Vegan Product Ingredients : Split Bengal Gram Gram flour or besan is a pulse flour made from a variety of ground chickpea called Bengal gram or Kala Chana. It is a staple ingredient in the cuisine of the Indian subcontinent, including in Indian, Bangladeshi, Burmese, Nepali, Pakistani, Sri Lankan and Caribbean cuisines. Besan (chickpea flour) is a versatile, gluten-free flour used in Indian cooking for savory batters (pakoras, bhajis), thickening curries, binding snacks (kebabs, tikkis), making flatbreads (chilla), and creating sweets (laddoos, halwa), plus it's used in skincare as a face mask. It provides protein and fiber, making it a healthy alternative to wheat flour in many recipes. Culinary Uses Batter & Coating: For deep-fried items like pakoras, bhajis, bondas, and for coating vegetables, fish, or chicken before frying. Thickener: Adds a velvety texture to curries, soups, stews, and gravies. Breads & Pancakes: Used in Missi Roti, Besan Chilla, and savory pancakes. Snacks: Key ingredient in sev, chaklis, dhokla, and handvo. Sweets: Forms the base for traditional sweets like Besan Ladoo, Halwa, and Mysore Pak. Binder: Replaces breadcrumbs in veg kebabs, tikkis, and cutlets. Egg Replacer: Works as a vegan alternative in dishes like frittatas. Skincare Uses Face Packs: Mixed with yogurt, turmeric, or lemon juice for natural skincare treatments. Key Benefits Naturally gluten-free, great for gluten-sensitive diets. Rich in protein, fiber, iron, and B vitamins, supporting energy and digestion.