Besan ata, also known as gram flour or chickpea flour, is a staple ingredient in Indian cuisine. It's made from ground chickpeas and is used in a wide variety of dishes, from savory snacks like pakoras to sweet treats like laddoos.
Other names for besan ata include:
- Bengal gram flour
- Chickpea flour
- Gram flour
- Besan
These terms are all used interchangeably to refer to the same ingredient.