Organic Bengal Gram Whole (Brown Chana) 500g
₹ 130.00
The desi chickpea — sold in India as Brown Chana or Kala Chana — is the whole, unpolished form of Bengal gram. Its smaller, darker seed and thicker husk carry substantially more... Read more ↓
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100% Organic Bengal Gram Whole / Brown Chana / Kala Chana (Cicer arietinum var. desi)
Nutrition FactsServing: 40 g (dry)
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100g | % RDA* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 144 kcal | 360 kcal | 7.2% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 17.1 g | 13.7% |
| Carbohydrates | 24.4 g | 60.9 g | 8.1% |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 5.3 g | 3.2% |
| Dietary Fibre | 2.8 g | 7.1 g | 11.2% |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 202 mg | 8.1% |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 4.6 mg | 10.8% |
* % RDA based on a 2000 kcal reference diet (FSSAI). Values are approximate and may vary by batch.
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The desi chickpea — sold in India as Brown Chana or Kala Chana — is the whole, unpolished form of Bengal gram. Its smaller, darker seed and thicker husk carry substantially more fibre and resistant starch than the polished Kabuli variety. Dhatu Organics sources Bengal gram from NPOP-certified farms, stone-cleaning and packing it without any polishing, bleaching, or additives.
Nutritional Profile (ICMR)
Per 100 g raw: 17.1 g protein · 60.9 g carbohydrates · 7.1 g dietary fibre · 5.3 g fat · 360 kcal. Calcium 202 mg, Iron 4.6 mg. Glycaemic index 36 (low) — Foster-Powell et al., Am J Clin Nutr 2002.
In the Kitchen
- Chana Masala / Pindi Chana — Punjabi dry-spice preparation with amchur and pomegranate
- Sundal — South Indian boiled, tempered snack with coconut, mustard, and curry leaves
- Sprouted Brown Chana — soak 12 hrs, sprout 36–48 hrs; protein bioavailability increases on sprouting
- Chana Chaat — tossed with tamarind chutney, raw onion, tomato, and green chillies
- Kala Chana Soup — pressure-cooked and blended into a hearty, fibre-rich broth
Soak for 10–12 hours. Pressure-cook for 5–6 whistles. The thicker skin holds up well in long-cooked curries without turning mushy.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Best used within 12 months of purchase.
Weight: 500 g net | Certification: NPOP Organic | Additives: None