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besan recipes, 1206 veg recipes using Besan
In the case of Indian cuisine, besan should be called all-purpose flour instead of Maida!
besan recipes. besan indian recipe collection. Besan or gram flour is a pale yellow colored, nutty flavored flour made by grinding Chana dal (Bengal gram). The Chana dal can be either raw or roasted, when roasted it has a stronger flavor which is better than the raw bitter flour. Besan is high in protein content, gluten-free and rich in other nutrients like magnesium, calcium, zinc, and iron. Owing anti-microbial properties, besan is mixed with different ingredients to create a home-made pack that acts as a cleanser in exfoliating all types of skin.
You can make besan flour at home by grinding (preferably roasted) Bengal gram in a food processor until the mixture becomes a fine powder. You can store this flour in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to six months or in the freezer for up to twelve months.
Maharashtrian Pitla
Be it the sweet Gujarati Kadhi, Rajasthani Pakoda kadhi or the Punjabi kadhi, besan forms an integral part in these dishes. Apart from that, besan is used exclusively as the main ingredient in a variety of dishes like pakora, authentic Gujarati snacks like Khandvi, Khaman Dhokla and Rajasthani gravies like gatte ki subzi. Maharashtra's famous batata vada, bhajji pav, pitla, zunka etc. Besan can be used as a thickener in gravies, as a batter for frying,the binding agent in kebab/patty or as an egg replacer.
Indian starter recipes using besan
Chickpea flour is very absorbent and can be used as a binding agent while making varieties of appetizers (be it kebab/tikka/patty). Give a healthy twist to the very famous aloo tikki? You can surely munch on them guilt-free. Also, these sprouts tikki can be relished for starter or evening snacks with tongue-tickling chutneys.
Paneer Cheese Balls
How about marinating some cottage cheese with curd and dry spices? The addition of besan to the marinade helps in binding all the ingredients together. Relish hot paneer tikka with mint chutney! You can even deep fry some crumbly, melt-in-the-mouth Paneer cheese balls or cocktail-sized vegetable kebab for your next party!
It is also used to make an array of dry snacks like South India's ribbon sev, Gujarat's fafda, chakli or fried masala peanut.
Besan Chilla recipes
Tomato Omelette Recipe
Escalate your energy levels at the start of the day with these light on tummy, easy to make besan chilla. This protein-packed, low in calories chilla is surely going to lead you to a beautiful day. Try making Lauki chilla which is packed with the succulence of bottle gourd, tanginess of curd and the warmth of chilli powder. If you don't like lauki then flip some tomato omelette. You can savour them with pickle or a bowl of curd.
Indian Sweet Recipes using Besan
Motichoor Ke Ladoo
Traditional Indian Mithai recipes made from besan like Mysore Pak, Sweet Boondi and Mohanthal are loved by one and all. Using sweet boondi, you can even prepare delicious Motichoor Ke Ladoo. Other than these Indian sweets like Besan barfi, Besan laddoo, Baked Besan gujiya and Besan sheera are quick and easy to make.
You can even make besan laddoo in a microwave oven. In all these recipes, make sure you roast the besan well to avoid a raw smell. An addition of cardamom powder and mixed dry-fruits enhances the taste and texture greatly. You can make these delights for festive occassions like Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali. They also make a good treat for kids.
Enjoy our collection of 1206 veg recipes using Besan and cook new delights every day!
Recipe# 2262
01 January, 1900
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Who can resist the lure of pakodas on a cold, rainy day! i sure cannot, especially if it … More..
Recipe# 4909
29 March, 2010
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A variation of the traditional kadhi, this combines well with steamed rice, papad and pickles to make a … More..
Recipe# 4910
29 March, 2010
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Masala peanuts and chana, a scrumptious, crispy snack – children will love the tangy taste of these small … More..
Recipe# 5111
20 April, 2010
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Toasted methi roti, a wholesome combination of wheat flour, gram flour and fenugreek leaves, these rotis are pre-cooked … More..
Recipe# 5124
22 April, 2010
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Zunka, especially when combined with jowar bhakri, green chillies and onions, is considered the quintessential marathi meal! More..
Recipe# 5132
23 April, 2010
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Gatte ki kadhi, straight from the kitchens of rajasthan, this dish involves gram flour dumplings flavoured with dry … More..
Recipe# 5133
23 April, 2010
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Bikaner is known for its savoury snacks. Here is an authentic black pepper flavoured bikaneri farsaan that can … More..
Recipe# 5141
23 April, 2010
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Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..
Recipe# 5057
30 April, 2010
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Easily mistaken for a deformed capsicum, the bhavnagri chilli is usually stuffed with paneer, cheese, potato or even … More..
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10 May, 2010
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Baked sev, corn, vegetables and fruits – healthy ingredients combine in my version of the piquant bhel. A … More..
Recipe# 4781
12 May, 2010
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Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 4 pieces this baked and colourful, multipurpose dish is versatile enough to … More..
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12 May, 2010
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Recipe# 5336
03 June, 2010
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Coriander not only lends a delicious flavour to these rotis but also increases its vitamin a and c … More..
Recipe# 3838
21 August, 2010
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Make these bite-sized moong dal pancakes and top with a delicious mixture of vegetables for a fun snack. … More..
Recipe# 5406
08 October, 2010
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Not one, but three nourishing flours! not one, but two nourishing greens. Really, nutrition and taste come as … More..
Recipe# 5486
10 December, 2010
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A popular indian soup that simply cannot be missed when talking of an authentic north indian menu! this … More..
Recipe# 5525
03 January, 2011
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This popular marinade has always been a mystery to most of us who enjoy its piquant blend of … More..
Recipe# 670
08 February, 2011
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Try this interesting ‘re-mix’ of traditional patwadi with scrumptious sweet corn, bengal gram flour and everyday spices, made … More..
Recipe# 5553
26 March, 2011
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We have made a quick and healthy version of the lip-smacking rajasthani snack by dressing up protein and … More..
Recipe# 5561
22 April, 2011
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A quick and appetizing breakfast. All you need to do to make this dish in a jiffy is … More..
Recipe# 3613
08 June, 2011
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Does kadhi always have to be curd-based? not really. Experiment with this tamatar ki kadhi. The tanginess of … More..
Recipe# 735
10 June, 2011
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Recipe# 1776
22 September, 2011
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Dhoklas are favourite farsaan…usually the dhoklas are tempered or served with chutney. Here i have experimented with the … More..
Recipe# 5201
14 December, 2011
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Recipe# 1825
15 December, 2011
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The batata vada burger can be thought of as a variant of mumbai’s famous vada pav, which is … More..
Recipe# 582
19 March, 2012
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The cutlet in this burger features an unusual duo: sweet corn and kabuli chana. Another unique aspect of … More..
Recipe# 583
19 March, 2012
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Encourage healthy eating habits in your kids while they learn about size presenting these multigrain squares! More..
Recipe# 968
17 July, 2012
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What an amazing wrap this is! folks will keep popping into your kitchen even as you make this … More..
Recipe# 985
20 July, 2012
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Now, this is what one would call a colourful and flavourful dish! the marinade is what makes this … More..
Recipe# 4249
24 August, 2012
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Who can resist the lure of pakodas on a cold, rainy day! i sure cannot, especially if it … More..
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A variation of the traditional kadhi, this combines well with steamed rice, papad and pickles to make a … More..
calories per serving
Masala peanuts and chana, a scrumptious, crispy snack – children will love the tangy taste of these small … More..
calories per serving
Toasted methi roti, a wholesome combination of wheat flour, gram flour and fenugreek leaves, these rotis are pre-cooked … More..
calories per serving
Zunka, especially when combined with jowar bhakri, green chillies and onions, is considered the quintessential marathi meal! More..
calories per serving
Gatte ki kadhi, straight from the kitchens of rajasthan, this dish involves gram flour dumplings flavoured with dry … More..
calories per serving
Bikaner is known for its savoury snacks. Here is an authentic black pepper flavoured bikaneri farsaan that can … More..
calories per serving
Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..
calories per serving
Easily mistaken for a deformed capsicum, the bhavnagri chilli is usually stuffed with paneer, cheese, potato or even … More..
calories per serving
Baked sev, corn, vegetables and fruits – healthy ingredients combine in my version of the piquant bhel. A … More..
calories per serving
Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 4 pieces this baked and colourful, multipurpose dish is versatile enough to … More..
calories per serving
Tofu chila, apart from energy, the brain requires a constant supply of oxygen and other nutrients to function … More..
calories per serving
Coriander not only lends a delicious flavour to these rotis but also increases its vitamin a and c … More..
calories per serving
Make these bite-sized moong dal pancakes and top with a delicious mixture of vegetables for a fun snack. … More..
calories per serving
Not one, but three nourishing flours! not one, but two nourishing greens. Really, nutrition and taste come as … More..
calories per serving
A popular indian soup that simply cannot be missed when talking of an authentic north indian menu! this … More..
calories per serving
This popular marinade has always been a mystery to most of us who enjoy its piquant blend of … More..
calories per serving
Try this interesting ‘re-mix’ of traditional patwadi with scrumptious sweet corn, bengal gram flour and everyday spices, made … More..
calories per serving
We have made a quick and healthy version of the lip-smacking rajasthani snack by dressing up protein and … More..
calories per serving
A quick and appetizing breakfast. All you need to do to make this dish in a jiffy is … More..
calories per serving
Does kadhi always have to be curd-based? not really. Experiment with this tamatar ki kadhi. The tanginess of … More..
calories per serving
Dhoklas are favourite farsaan…usually the dhoklas are tempered or served with chutney. Here i have experimented with the … More..
calories per serving
The batata vada burger can be thought of as a variant of mumbai’s famous vada pav, which is … More..
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The cutlet in this burger features an unusual duo: sweet corn and kabuli chana. Another unique aspect of … More..
calories per serving
Encourage healthy eating habits in your kids while they learn about size presenting these multigrain squares! More..
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What an amazing wrap this is! folks will keep popping into your kitchen even as you make this … More..
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Now, this is what one would call a colourful and flavourful dish! the marinade is what makes this … More..
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