Chickpea (Desi)
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
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Variety |
Bengal Gram (Desi chana) – small brown chickpea |
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Grade |
Machine Cleaned (split = Chana Dal) |
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Major Origin |
Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Karnataka |
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Moisture |
~10% (well dried) |
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Nutritional Highlights (per 100g) |
~60–65% carbs, 18–20% protein; good fiber (~12g); rich in iron and folate; low fat (~6%). |
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Calorific Value |
~360 kcal/100g |
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Other Attributes |
Versatile Use: Desi chickpeas are usually hulled and split into Chana Dal. Rich in fiber and low glycemic, supporting blood sugar control. Flour (besan) is used in numerous Indian foods. |
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HS Code |
0713.20 |