CHANA 1KG

Product Examples

Popular loose/retail options you might find:
• Super Saver Brown Chana 1 kg – affordable brown/desi chana
• Tata Sampann Unpolished Kabuli Chana – larger white chana (Kabuli)
• Daily Good Chana – budget everyday whole chana

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What It Is

Chana refers to chickpeas (Bengal gram) — a staple legume in Indian and global cuisines. It’s available in multiple forms:

• Whole chana (Kabuli or Desi/black) – unprocessed chickpeas.

• Split chana (Chana Dal) – dehusked and split version used like lentils. Flavor365

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Quality & Characteristics

• Whole Chana: Firm, round seeds; cooks into soft, hearty beans.

• Chana Dal: Split and easier to cook; softer texture in dals and curries.

• Chana has a nutty flavor and chewy texture when cooked. AataG+1

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Taste & Texture

• Flavor: Mildly nutty and earthy.

• Texture: Tender when boiled or pressure-cooked; whole chana holds shape well in dishes.

• Works well in curries, stews, salads, and snacks.

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Health & Nutrition

• High in plant-based protein and dietary fiber — promotes fullness and digestive health. AataG+1

• Rich in complex carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals like iron, folate, and magnesium. RSSDI

• Low in fat and has a low glycemic index, helpful for blood sugar control. AataG

• Great vegetarian protein option — especially when included regularly in meals. Denzour Nutrition

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Common Uses

✔ Chole (chickpea curry) with rice or roti
✔ Salads and chaat
✔ Curries, stews, soups
✔ Sprouted chana for salads or snacks
✔ Made into Chana Dal for dals, khichdi, and snacks like pakoras
✔ Ground into besan (gram flour) for batters and sweets SDR Global Xports+1

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Cooking Tips

• Soak whole chana for 6–8 hours or overnight before cooking for softer beans and faster cooking.

• Chana dal generally cooks faster; soak 2–3 hours to reduce cooking time. The Times of India

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Packaging

Usually sold as:

• Loose bulk pulses weighed at local shops

• 1 kg retail packs (branded or unbranded)