Organic Besan 500g
₹ 150.00
Besan (chickpea flour) is the most protein-dense flour in the Indian kitchen — 22.5g of plant protein per 100g, with 437mcg of folate (over 100% of the daily adult requirement)... Read more ↓
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100% Organic Bengal Gram / Chickpeas (Cicer arietinum — desi variety). Vegan. Naturally gluten-free. No added starch, no preservatives, no additives.
Nutrition FactsServing: 30g (3 tbsp)
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100g | % RDA* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 116 kcal | 387 kcal | 5.8% |
| Protein | 6.8g | 22.5g | 13.5% |
| Carbohydrates | 17.9g | 59.8g | 5.5% |
| Of which Sugars | 0.6g | 2g | <1% |
| Total Fat | 2g | 6.7g | 3% |
| Of which Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 0.7g | <1% |
| Dietary Fibre | 3.2g | 10.8g | 13% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 18mg | <1% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 6.2mg | 10.9% |
| Folate (B9) | 131mcg | 437mcg | 32.8% |
| Magnesium | 50mg | 166mg | 14.7% |
* % RDA based on a 2000 kcal reference diet (FSSAI). Values are approximate and may vary by batch.
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Besan (chickpea flour) is the most protein-dense flour in the Indian kitchen — 22.5g of plant protein per 100g, with 437mcg of folate (over 100% of the daily adult requirement). Our organic besan is made exclusively from desi Bengal gram, stone cold-milled without any added starch, anti-caking agents or adulterants.
What is Organic Besan?
Besan is flour milled from dried, raw chickpeas (Cicer arietinum). The desi variety (small, dark-seeded Bengal gram) used in Dhatu's besan has a higher fibre content and more polyphenols in its seed coat than the kabuli (white, large-seeded) variety used in many commercial besans. Our certified organic besan is stone cold-milled for consistent fineness without heat processing, preserving its natural folate and iron content.
Key Nutritional Benefits
- Highest protein among common Indian flours — 22.5g per 100g (6.8g per 30g serving)
- Exceptional folate — 437mcg per 100g, over 100% of adult daily requirement in 100g
- High iron — 6.2mg per 100g (10.9% RDA per 30g serving)
- Good dietary fibre — 10.8g per 100g for gut health and satiety
- Low GI — approximately 22–32; one of the lowest GI flours available
- Naturally gluten-free — safe for coeliac disease and gluten sensitivity
- No added starch — pure chickpea flour, no maida or rice flour dilution
Besan vs Other High-Protein Flours (per 100g)
| Flour | Protein (g) | Folate (mcg) | GI (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhatu Organic Besan | 22.5 | 437 | 22–32 |
| Sattu (Roasted Chana) | 22.5 | ~350 | 38–42 |
| Whole Wheat Atta | 14.0 | ~43 | 69–71 |
| Oats Flour | 16.9 | ~56 | 55–65 |
| Ragi Flour | 7.3 | ~18 | 68–83 |
Protein and folate: ICMR-NIN 2017 (chickpea data, p.62). GI of chickpea flour: Atkinson et al., Diabetes Care 2008; Augustin et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 2002.
How to Use Organic Besan
- Pakoras — Classic battered and fried snack; mix with spices and water to coating consistency
- Cheela — Savoury pancakes with vegetables; no fermentation needed
- Kadhi — Yoghurt-based curry thickened with besan; North and South Indian variations
- Besan ladoo — Roasted in ghee with jaggery, cardamom and nuts; festive sweet
- Missi roti — Mix 50% besan with 50% atta and spices for protein-rich flatbread
- Gatte ki sabzi — Boiled besan dumplings in spiced yoghurt gravy; Rajasthani classic
Frequently Asked Questions
Commercial besan is often made from a mix of desi and kabuli chickpeas and may contain small amounts of added starch or anti-caking agents. Dhatu's organic besan is made exclusively from organically grown desi Bengal gram (Cicer arietinum), stone cold-milled without additives. Desi chickpeas have a darker seed coat rich in polyphenols and higher fibre content than kabuli (white) chickpeas.
Chickpeas are a legume, making besan one of the most protein-dense flours available (22.5g/100g). Folate (vitamin B9) is naturally high in legumes — besan provides 437mcg per 100g, over 100% of the adult daily requirement in just 100g. Folate is critical for DNA synthesis, cell division and is particularly important during pregnancy for preventing neural tube defects.
Yes. Chickpea flour contains no gluten and is naturally safe for people with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance. It is widely used as a gluten-free binder and coating in recipes. However, besan is a legume flour and may cause digestive discomfort in people with FODMAP sensitivity or legume intolerance.
Beyond pakoras, besan is essential for cheela (savoury pancakes), kadhi (yoghurt-based curry), ladoo (a sweet made with ghee, jaggery and besan), missi roti (mixed flour flatbread), sev, dhokla batter, and as a gluten-free coating for frying. It is also used in Rajasthani gatte ki sabzi, Maharashtrian pithla and various regional sweet preparations.