Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gram-flour
Noun
/ɡræm flɔːr/
Definition
A flour made from ground chickpeas or other legumes, often used in various cuisines, particularly in Indian cooking.
Examples
- Gram flour can be used to make delicious pancakes known as ‘besan chilla’.
- In Indian cuisine, gram flour is often used in batter for deep-frying vegetables.
- You can also use gram flour to thicken soups and stews.
Meaning
Gram flour is a pulse flour that is commonly used for thickening, binding, and adding flavor to dishes.
Synonyms
- Chickpea flour
- Besan
- Garbanzo bean flour
