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Besan

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A type of flour made from dried chickpeas. Also known as gram flour, it is a common flour used in India as a thickener as well as for baking doughs, batters, noodles, and other fried or baked foods. For storage, it should be refrigerated in an airtight container in order to keep it for 4 to 6 months.
Besan

USDA Nutrition Facts

Chickpea flour (besan) (USDA#16157)

Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 387
Protein 22g
Total Fat 6g
Total Carbohydrates 57g
Dietary Fiber 10g
Sugars 10g
Potassium 846mg
Sodium 64mg
Cholesterol 0mg
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