{"product_id":"organic-besan-flour-chickpea-flour-spicebloom-nz","title":"Organic Besan Flour (Chickpea Flour) | SpiceBloom NZ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; color: #2d3748; max-width: 1100px; margin: 0 auto; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 28px; color: #1b4332; margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eOrganic Besan Flour (Chickpea Flour)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #d97706; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 18px;\"\u003eThe protein-packed, naturally grain-free flour for savory baking. 🌿✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eDiscover one of the most versatile ingredients in global cooking with our premium Organic Besan Flour (also known as Gram Flour or Chana Flour). Made from 100% organically grown chickpeas, this flour is traditionally stone-milled to preserve its rich, nutty aroma and golden color without any harsh chemical treatments or bleaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.75; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #1b4332;\"\u003eEffortless nutrition.\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally grain-free and boasting an impressive 20g of plant-based protein per 100g, besan is a wholesome powerhouse. It acts as a natural binding agent for crispy vegetable fritters, creates silky batters, and makes the most incredible French socca flatbreads and savory pancakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FFFBF0; border: 1px solid #F6E05E; border-radius: 12px; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 36px; text-align: center; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 4px 12px; font-size: 14px; color: #744210;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India 🇮🇳\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 4px 12px; font-size: 14px; color: #744210;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacked in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auckland, New Zealand 🇳🇿\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 28px; color: #1b4332; text-align: center; margin: 0 0 28px; line-height: 1.25;\"\u003eEndless Versatility. \u003cem style=\"color: #d97706;\"\u003eMaximum Flavour.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 44px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; box-sizing: border-box; padding: 12px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px; height: 48px; background: #D97706; color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; line-height: 48px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Georgia,serif; margin: 0 auto 14px;\"\u003e🫓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1b4332; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eSavory Flatbreads \u0026amp; Socca\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5f6b5c; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\"\u003eWhisk with water, olive oil, and herbs to bake crispy, golden French socca or Italian farinata flatbreads in a hot skillet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; box-sizing: border-box; padding: 12px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px; height: 48px; background: #D97706; color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; line-height: 48px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Georgia,serif; margin: 0 auto 14px;\"\u003e🥦\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1b4332; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eCrispy Pakoras \u0026amp; Fritters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5f6b5c; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\"\u003eThe ultimate batter base for Indian onion bhajis and vegetable fritters. It coats vegetables perfectly and fries to a light, airy crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; box-sizing: border-box; padding: 12px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 48px; height: 48px; background: #D97706; color: #fff; border-radius: 50%; line-height: 48px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; font-family: Georgia,serif; margin: 0 auto 14px;\"\u003e🍲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; color: #1b4332; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eThicken Curries \u0026amp; Gravies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #5f6b5c; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\"\u003eDry-roast a tablespoon in a pan and stir it into traditional yogurt-based curries (like Kadhi) for a thick, velvety consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; background: #FFFBF0; border: 1px solid #F6E05E; border-radius: 20px; margin-bottom: 44px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 350px; padding: 36px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 23px; color: #744210; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eQuick Recipe: 15-Minute Savory Chickpea Omelette\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eA fantastic egg-free, high-protein breakfast or lunch that cooks up crisp and golden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #78350f; line-height: 2;\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 cup\u003c\/strong\u003e SpiceBloom Organic Besan Flour\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 cup\u003c\/strong\u003e Water \u0026amp; 1 tbsp olive oil\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 tsp\u003c\/strong\u003e SpiceBloom Organic Turmeric \u0026amp; salt\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 cup\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely diced red onion, spinach \u0026amp; bell pepper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhisk the besan flour, water, turmeric, salt, and olive oil in a bowl until completely smooth. Fold in the diced vegetables. Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Pour the batter in and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Enjoy warm!\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #D97706; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: center; align-items: center; padding: 32px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 44px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e🍳\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 21px; color: #fffbf0; margin: 0 0 4px;\"\u003e15 Minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #fef3c7; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0;\"\u003eEASY PROTEIN MEAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; background: #FAF8F4; border: 1px solid #E8E4DC; border-radius: 20px; margin-bottom: 44px; overflow: hidden; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 350px; padding: 36px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 23px; color: #1b4332; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eComplete Your Global Pantry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eBesan flour is the secret weapon of Indian and Mediterranean kitchens. Pair it with our customer favorites for authentic results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #2d3748; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-turmeric-ground?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=turmeric\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" style=\"color: #d97706; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOrganic Turmeric Ground\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Essential for giving savory chickpea pancakes and fritters a vibrant golden glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/garam-masala?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=garam\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" style=\"color: #d97706; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOrganic Garam Masala\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Stir half a teaspoon into your besan batter for traditional, warming Indian pakora depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/mild-curry-powder?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=curry\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" style=\"color: #d97706; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMild Curry Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: An easy, family-friendly spice blend to season vegetable fritters and batters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-wholemeal-rye-flour-italy-1kg-2-5kg-spicebloom-nz?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=rye\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" style=\"color: #d97706; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOrganic Wholemeal Rye Flour\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Explore our wider organic flour range for artisan sourdough and bread baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 200px; background: #1B4332; display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: center; align-items: center; padding: 32px; box-sizing: border-box; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 44px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e🌾\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 21px; color: #95d5b2; margin: 0 0 4px;\"\u003ePantry Essentials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #b7e4c7; letter-spacing: 1px; margin: 0;\"\u003ePERFECT PAIRINGS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fdfaf5; padding: 25px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px dashed #d4a373; margin-bottom: 44px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #2c3e50;\"\u003e📋 \u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0; width: 30%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e100% Certified Organic Besan Flour (Stone-Milled Chickpea Flour).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003eVegan, Vegetarian, Plant-Based. Does not contain ingredients of animal origin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 0;\"\u003eWhile chickpeas are naturally grain-free and contain zero gluten, this product is \u003cstrong\u003ere-packed in a facility that also handles Wheat and Gluten-containing cereals\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as Peanuts, Soy, and Sesame Seeds. Therefore, it is not suitable for individuals with severe gluten allergies or coeliac disease.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; color: #1b4332; font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eNutritional Information (Average Quantity per 100g)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 14px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e1520 kJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e20.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat, Total\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e5.8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e- Saturated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e0.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e44.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e- Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e11.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e16.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSodium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e24 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 44px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 28px; color: #1b4332; text-align: center; margin: 0 0 28px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FAF8F4; border: 1px solid #E8E4DC; border-radius: 16px; padding: 32px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; color: #1b4332; font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eIs besan flour the same as regular chickpea flour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eYes! Besan (gram flour) is ground from split brown chickpeas (chana dal) or whole raw chickpeas. It has an exceptionally fine texture and a delicious, earthy aroma that works wonders in both savory dishes and traditional sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; color: #1b4332; font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eCan I use this as an egg replacer in vegan baking?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 24px;\"\u003eAbsolutely! Because besan is naturally high in protein and acts as a fantastic binder when mixed with water, it is widely used to make vegan omelettes, quiches, and savory frittatas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; color: #1b4332; font-size: 18px; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eWhy can't this be claimed as 100% gluten-free?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #4a5568; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0;\"\u003eWhile the organic chickpeas themselves naturally contain zero gluten, we pack and handle this flour in a warehouse that also stores and processes wheat and gluten-containing cereals. To be completely transparent and safe for our customers, we cannot certify it against trace cross-contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #D97706; border-radius: 20px; padding: 42px; text-align: center; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 27px; color: #fff; margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eExperience the SpiceBloom Difference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #fff; margin: 0 0 16px; opacity: 0.95;\"\u003eJoin thousands of happy Kiwis elevating their everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nz.trustpilot.com\/review\/spicebloom.co.nz\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #fff; color: #d97706; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; padding: 10px 24px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 12px;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e🌟 Leave a Review on Trustpilot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #fff; margin: 14px 0 0; opacity: 0.9;\"\u003eBuy now, pay later with Afterpay · PayPal accepted · NZ-wide delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spice Bloom","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":43782940295286,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":43782940328054,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5kg","offer_id":43782940360822,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/0227\/4166\/files\/spicebloom-organic-besan-flour-chana-chickpea-flour-nz.png?v=1783320226","url":"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-besan-flour-chickpea-flour-spicebloom-nz","provider":"Spice Bloom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}