SPLIT CHICKPEAS

Description:
                      Split chickpeas are also known as Chana dal. Split chickpeas are derived from processing raw chickpeas and is a famous legume used in foods. Dal is a term originating for dried, split, pulses that do not require soaking before cooking. India is the largest producer of pulses in the world. Pulses are also used to make various soups.

Chana dal has high content of fibre and helps in lowering cholesterol. Split chickpeas can be consumed by diabetic patients due to their low levels of glycemic index. Their flavour, taste and nutritious value makes it a sort after dish in the indian households and world wide. Split chickpeas which is called split bengal gram, is a yellow lentil, rounded on one side and flat on the other side. Chickpeas is one of the earliest cultivated legumes.

Health benefits Chickpea is a protein rich supplement, it is considered a popular alternative for animal and meat protein. Regular consumption of chickpeas helps in reducing protein malnutrition. It also helps in lowering the cholesterol level in the bloodstream. Chana dal is good for diabetic patients as it has a low glycaemic index.