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रेसिपी यूज़िंग बेसन - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Recipes using besan in Hindi)
ચણાનો લોટઉપયોગ કરીને વાનગીઓ - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Recipes using besan in Gujarati)

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 PitlaMaharashtrian 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 BallsPaneer 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 RecipeTomato 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 LadooMotichoor 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!

  • Mumbai’s very own burger, now made in Jain style! Vada Pav is part and parcel of Mumbai’s culture, … More..

    Recipe# 6693

    03 June, 2024

    253

    calories per serving

  • mag na dhokla recipe | Gujarati moong dhokla | whole green grams dhokla | with 40 amazing images. … More..

    Recipe# 3274

    06 December, 2024

    236

    calories per serving

  • Rajasthani missi roti recipe | Rajasthani paratha | masala besan roti | missi roti on tava dhaba style … More..

    Recipe# 3357

    06 December, 2024

    115

    calories per serving

  • paneer tikka kathi roll recipe | laccha paneer tikka roll | Kolkatta paneer kathi roll | Indian paneer … More..

    Recipe# 630

    06 December, 2024

    1085

    calories per serving

  • This recipe is an all time favourite. Puréed cauliflower perked with onion and spices imparts a creamy texture … More..

    Recipe# 3289

    06 December, 2024

    88

    calories per serving

  • Baked sev, corn, vegetables and fruits – healthy ingredients combine in my version of the piquant bhel. A … More..

    Recipe# 4781

    06 December, 2024

    234

    calories per serving

  • Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..

    Recipe# 5057

    06 December, 2024

    0

    calories per serving

  • Churma is a word that has become synonymous with Rajasthani cuisine. Jaripalla Churma is a richer version of … More..

    Recipe# 3330

    06 December, 2024

    715

    calories per serving

  • A richly-flavoured kadhi with the delectable tang of tomatoes! Borrowed from Sindhi cuisine, this mouth-watering Tamatar ki Kadhi … More..

    Recipe# 4393

    06 December, 2024

    52

    calories per serving

  • Fenugreek leaves and sesame seeds are mixed with assorted flours in this tasty wheat flour free version of … More..

    Recipe# 5832

    06 December, 2024

    132

    calories per serving

  • palak pakoda chaat recipe | palak pakora chaat | Indian palak patta chaat | spinach pakora chaat | … More..

    Recipe# 5667

    06 December, 2024

    265

    calories per serving

  • Arbi Naveli is an exquisite preparation of deep-fried colocasia slices floated in a tongue-tickling gravy. The tomato-based gravy … More..

    Recipe# 4627

    06 December, 2024

    457

    calories per serving

  • nachni paneer pancake recipe | ragi paneer pancake | healthy Indian red millet pancake | with 28 amazing … More..

    Recipe# 3484

    06 December, 2024

    106

    calories per serving

    Recipe# 4118

    06 December, 2024

    146

    calories per serving

  • You would have tried bhajiyas with all kinds of veggies ranging from onions to raw bananas, and you … More..

    Recipe# 558

    06 December, 2024

    237

    calories per serving

  • Sindhi kadhi showcases a tasty combination of vegetables like drumsticks, ladies finger and carrot in tamarind-flavoured gravy perked … More..

    Recipe# 6005

    06 December, 2024

    0

    calories per serving

  • jowar bajra thalipeeth recipe | healthy jowar thalipeeth | Maharashtrian multigrain thalipeeth | with 23 amazing images. Here … More..

    Recipe# 5583

    06 December, 2024

    92

    calories per serving

  • Mix-shape-microwave, and there you have delicious Spinach Dumplings on the plate, ready to be relished with green chutney. … More..

    Recipe# 863

    06 December, 2024

    29

    calories per serving

  • corn kebab recipe | Indian corn kabab | potato corn kebab | makai kebab Indian snack | with … More..

    Recipe# 289

    06 December, 2024

    71

    calories per serving

  • bulgur wheat pancakes recipe | dalia pancakes | dalia chilla | healthy Indian cracked wheat vegetable pancakes | … More..

    Recipe# 2972

    06 December, 2024

    46

    calories per serving

  • masala karela recipe | karela masala | karela masala sabzi | dry bitter gourd sabzi | masala karela … More..

    Recipe# 3998

    06 December, 2024

    69

    calories per serving

  • Who can resist the lure of pakodas on a cold, rainy day! i sure cannot, especially if it … More..

    Recipe# 4909

    06 December, 2024

    0

    calories per serving

  • besan and green peas chilla | matar besan cheela | healthy besan green peas chilla | besan and … More..

    Recipe# 5487

    06 December, 2024

    98

    calories per serving

  • vegetable tikki recipe | healthy tava vegetable tikki | quick non fried vegetable tikki | with 33 amazing … More..

    Recipe# 6344

    06 December, 2024

    33

    calories per serving

  • Add zest to life with this bone-strengthening treat! With a bouquet of healthy ingredients including curds, fenugreek, spinach … More..

    Recipe# 3828

    06 December, 2024

    257

    calories per serving

  • yam fritters recipe | suran pakoda | Indian yam and onion fritters | tea time snack | with … More..

    Recipe# 6393

    06 December, 2024

    275

    calories per serving

  • dashmi roti recipe | Maharashtrian savoury dashmi roti | healthy Maharashtrian dashmi roti | with 29 amazing images. … More..

    Recipe# 6180

    06 December, 2024

    134

    calories per serving

  • The hariyali roti is so flavourful and aromatic that you cannot say, “no,” even if your tummy is … More..

    Recipe# 5913

    06 December, 2024

    125

    calories per serving

  • healthy bhindi masala recipe | dry lady finger sabzi | tava okra in coriander and onion paste | … More..

    Recipe# 4208

    06 December, 2024

    89

    calories per serving

  • moong dal waffles recipe | healthy Indian moong dal waffles | eggless dal waffle | Indian savoury waffles … More..

    Recipe# 4274

    06 December, 2024

    163

    calories per serving

    253

    calories per serving

    Mumbai’s very own burger, now made in Jain style! Vada Pav is part and parcel of Mumbai’s culture, … More..

    236

    calories per serving

    mag na dhokla recipe | Gujarati moong dhokla | whole green grams dhokla | with 40 amazing images. … More..

    115

    calories per serving

    Rajasthani missi roti recipe | Rajasthani paratha | masala besan roti | missi roti on tava dhaba style … More..

    1085

    calories per serving

    paneer tikka kathi roll recipe | laccha paneer tikka roll | Kolkatta paneer kathi roll | Indian paneer … More..

    88

    calories per serving

    This recipe is an all time favourite. Puréed cauliflower perked with onion and spices imparts a creamy texture … More..

    234

    calories per serving

    Baked sev, corn, vegetables and fruits – healthy ingredients combine in my version of the piquant bhel. A … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..

    715

    calories per serving

    Churma is a word that has become synonymous with Rajasthani cuisine. Jaripalla Churma is a richer version of … More..

    52

    calories per serving

    A richly-flavoured kadhi with the delectable tang of tomatoes! Borrowed from Sindhi cuisine, this mouth-watering Tamatar ki Kadhi … More..

    132

    calories per serving

    Fenugreek leaves and sesame seeds are mixed with assorted flours in this tasty wheat flour free version of … More..

    265

    calories per serving

    palak pakoda chaat recipe | palak pakora chaat | Indian palak patta chaat | spinach pakora chaat | … More..

    457

    calories per serving

    Arbi Naveli is an exquisite preparation of deep-fried colocasia slices floated in a tongue-tickling gravy. The tomato-based gravy … More..

    106

    calories per serving

    nachni paneer pancake recipe | ragi paneer pancake | healthy Indian red millet pancake | with 28 amazing … More..

    146

    calories per serving

    A simple tomato based curry More..

    237

    calories per serving

    You would have tried bhajiyas with all kinds of veggies ranging from onions to raw bananas, and you … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Sindhi kadhi showcases a tasty combination of vegetables like drumsticks, ladies finger and carrot in tamarind-flavoured gravy perked … More..

    92

    calories per serving

    jowar bajra thalipeeth recipe | healthy jowar thalipeeth | Maharashtrian multigrain thalipeeth | with 23 amazing images. Here … More..

    29

    calories per serving

    Mix-shape-microwave, and there you have delicious Spinach Dumplings on the plate, ready to be relished with green chutney. … More..

    71

    calories per serving

    corn kebab recipe | Indian corn kabab | potato corn kebab | makai kebab Indian snack | with … More..

    46

    calories per serving

    bulgur wheat pancakes recipe | dalia pancakes | dalia chilla | healthy Indian cracked wheat vegetable pancakes | … More..

    69

    calories per serving

    masala karela recipe | karela masala | karela masala sabzi | dry bitter gourd sabzi | masala karela … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Who can resist the lure of pakodas on a cold, rainy day! i sure cannot, especially if it … More..

    98

    calories per serving

    besan and green peas chilla | matar besan cheela | healthy besan green peas chilla | besan and … More..

    33

    calories per serving

    vegetable tikki recipe | healthy tava vegetable tikki | quick non fried vegetable tikki | with 33 amazing … More..

    257

    calories per serving

    Add zest to life with this bone-strengthening treat! With a bouquet of healthy ingredients including curds, fenugreek, spinach … More..

    275

    calories per serving

    yam fritters recipe | suran pakoda | Indian yam and onion fritters | tea time snack | with … More..

    134

    calories per serving

    dashmi roti recipe | Maharashtrian savoury dashmi roti | healthy Maharashtrian dashmi roti | with 29 amazing images. … More..

    125

    calories per serving

    The hariyali roti is so flavourful and aromatic that you cannot say, “no,” even if your tummy is … More..

    89

    calories per serving

    healthy bhindi masala recipe | dry lady finger sabzi | tava okra in coriander and onion paste | … More..

    163

    calories per serving

    moong dal waffles recipe | healthy Indian moong dal waffles | eggless dal waffle | Indian savoury waffles … More..

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