With every brand shouting out their premium quality, the term has lost all meaning in today’s world. However, there does exist a distinct taste difference between plain besan and besan that qualifies as premium, and that can be attributed to three factors - quality of the chana dal used, milling process and texture consistency.
Premium besan is gram flour made using first grade uniform chana dal which gives it a fine texture and aroma that cannot be found in ordinary besan. The most distinguishing feature of premium besan is the type of chana dal used and the consistency in the milling process. Premium besan is ideal for preparation of festive sweet dishes such as mysore pak, besan ladoo and besan barfi where the quality of the flour forms the base for the final taste. Hariom Premium Besan uses only select first grade chana dal to maintain consistency of the golden color and fine texture of the product in every pack. People making mithai or packing gift boxes prefer premium besan over ordinary besan.
The first step towards achieving premium quality besan involves sourcing the best grade of chana dal that is not only homogenous in size but also has no damaged or discolored pieces. Standard besan blends various grades in an effort to reduce costs; hence, the inconsistency in the flour whereby it sometimes ends up being fine while at other times gritty.
Hariom Premium Besan is produced from the finest chana dal alone, finely milled into a consistent texture which behaves the same way irrespective of whether one is preparing besan chilla or mysore pak. It has better cohesiveness, richer golden color, and its aroma once opened is definitely more evident. This is the besan for people who can appreciate the difference between good and fantastic, people who care about how well their kadhi turns out, as well as those preparing festival sweets which showcase the quality of their base material.
Besan is a high-quality flour, and thus it requires high-quality milling to obtain a product of the finest texture. However, being a high-quality flour does not mean only fine milling. Selection of high-quality chana dal and all other factors may have an impact on the texture, aroma, and performance of the final product. For instance, the quality of besan can be evaluated by its capacity to be incorporated into batters without clumping. It is especially important when making Indian cuisine where flour is an integral part of a dish. Therefore, those people who cook at home and value high-quality products will enjoy using premium besan.
It is very useful to choose premium besan because it can be successfully used to make various dishes such as crispy pakoras, soft besan chilla, creamy kadhi, and many other savory snacks and desserts. Its fine and smooth texture makes it suitable for use in dishes which require smooth incorporation of the flour into a batter or dough. Moreover, on festive occasions, the quality of besan can become even more apparent since it is used in the preparation of various Indian sweets. Thus, sweets such as besan ladoo and besan barfi greatly depend on besan texture and aroma.
Main Advantages
Only made of superior, uniform chana dal
Better quality texture than regular besan
Superb aroma and more golden colour
Consistently performs well for both sweets and savouries
Perfect for use in cooking during festivals where quality should not be compromised
Good For
Home cooks making festive sweets such as ladoo, mysore pak, besan barfi and other dishes
FAQ
Q1. Why is premium besan better than regular besan?
Premium besan is made of superior grade, uniform chana dal, which gives it finer texture and a better aroma.
Q2. Is premium besan more expensive than regular besan?
The price of premium besan is slightly higher due to the better quality of the raw material, but it is worth the difference in taste and texture.
Q3. Is premium besan good only for sweets or for regular cooking as well?
Premium besan performs great for both sweets and other dishes, but it is specifically recommended for sweets and festive dishes.
Q4. Does premium besan have a longer shelf life?
It has the same shelf life as regular besan, provided that you store it properly in a closed container.
Q5. Can Hariom Premium Besan be used to make mithai?
Yes, its even consistency makes it especially suitable for making homemade mithai such as mysore pak and besan ladoo.
