Besan
Besan
Besan (pronounced: /bɪˈsæn/), also known as gram flour or chickpea flour, is a type of flour made from ground chickpeas. It is a staple ingredient in many cuisines, particularly in Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Nepalese cuisines.
Etymology
The term "besan" is derived from the Hindi word "besan", which itself comes from the Sanskrit word "vish-anna" meaning 'food'. The term "gram flour" comes from the Latin word "granum" meaning 'grain'. The term "chickpea flour" is a direct reference to the chickpea plant from which the flour is made.
Related Terms
- Chickpea: The plant from which besan is made. Chickpeas are a type of legume, rich in protein and dietary fiber.
- Flour: A powder made by grinding raw grains, roots, beans, nuts, or seeds. Flours are used to make many different foods.
- Cuisine: A style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country, region, or establishment.
- Protein: A nutrient found in food (as meat, milk, eggs, and beans) that is made up of many amino acids joined together, is a necessary part of the diet, and is essential for normal cell structure and function.
- Dietary Fiber: The part of plant-derived food that cannot be completely broken down by human digestive enzymes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Besan
- Wikipedia's article - Besan
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