{"product_id":"organic-sprouted-brown-chickpea-flour-500g","title":"Organic Sprouted Brown Chickpea Flour 500g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"dpp-desc\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"dpp-hero\"\u003eBrown chickpea (Kala Chana) is nutritionally superior to the pale kabuli variety — and sprouting it makes it even better. \u003cstrong\u003e22g protein, 10g fibre, 33% daily iron\u003c\/strong\u003e — all in a more bioavailable form than regular besan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Brown Chickpea Over Regular Besan?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost besan (gram flour) sold in India is made from kabuli chana — the pale, larger variety — often unsprouted and processed at high heat. Dhatu's flour uses Desi Chana (brown\/black chickpea) which has a higher protein and fibre content and retains more of its natural antioxidants. Sprouting then breaks down phytic acid by up to 50% — the compound that blocks iron and zinc absorption — making this one of the most nutritionally effective legume flours available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22g protein per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — complete amino acid profile for a legume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10g dietary fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for gut health, cholesterol management, and satiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e33% daily iron\u003c\/strong\u003e in high-bioavailability form — phytates reduced by sprouting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e557mcg folate\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional for pre-conception, pregnancy, and cellular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow glycaemic\u003c\/strong\u003e — fibre and protein slow digestion and glucose release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRicher flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e — nuttier and deeper than pale kabuli besan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/strong\u003e — safe for wheat-sensitive individuals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake chilla, cheelas, and savoury pancakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as batter for pakoras, bhajis, and fritters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThicken curries, gravies, and soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare kadhi and besan-based gravies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in laddoos, mysore pak, and traditional sweets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix into flatbreads (roti) alongside wheat flour for protein boost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as regular besan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — on three counts. First, it uses brown\/desi chana not kabuli chana. Second, the chickpea is sprouted before milling — breaking down antinutrients and increasing bioavailability. Third, it is cold-milled to preserve nutrients. Regular besan is typically made from unsprouted kabuli chana, often processed at higher temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it behave the same way as regular besan in recipes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it can be used 1:1 in most recipes. The colour is slightly darker (from the brown skin) and the flavour is nuttier and deeper. It binds and thickens just like regular besan. Some people find it needs slightly more water due to higher fibre content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for diabetics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — sprouted brown chickpea flour has a low glycaemic index. Its high fibre and protein content slows glucose absorption, making it one of the better flour choices for blood sugar management.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it cause less bloating than regular besan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Sprouting neutralises the enzyme inhibitors and oligosaccharides in chickpeas that cause gas and bloating. Most people find sprouted legume flours significantly more comfortable than their unsprouted equivalents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678295707806,"sku":"500g","price":250.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/2.jpg?v=1776502945","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/organic-sprouted-brown-chickpea-flour-500g","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}