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class=\"sb-subtitle\"\u003e\n      Fine, golden and naturally nutty flour for pakoras, flatbreads, savoury pancakes, curries and everyday plant-based cooking. 🥣✨\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-text\"\u003e\n      Made from 100% certified organic chickpeas, our Organic Besan Flour is also known as gram flour or chana flour. Traditionally stone-milled, it has a fine golden texture and a distinctive earthy, nutty flavour that works beautifully across Indian, Mediterranean and everyday savoury cooking.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-text\"\u003e\n      Besan creates smooth batters, helps bind fritters and savoury mixtures, and can be used to thicken curries and gravies. It provides 20g of protein and 16.5g of dietary fibre per 100g according to the product’s nutrition information.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-highlight\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e pakoras, onion bhajis, chilla, socca, farinata, vegetable fritters, savoury pancakes, kadhi, binding and thickening.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🇮🇳 Origin: India\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🌱 100% Certified Organic Chickpea Flour\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🥣 Fine, Stone-Milled Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e📋 20g Protein per 100g\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🇳🇿 Packed in Auckland, NZ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePacked in Auckland\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003ePrepared for Kiwi kitchens\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNZ-Wide Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eDelivered across New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAfterpay Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eShop now and pay later\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by Kiwis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eRead our customer reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Organic Besan Flour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-section-subtitle\"\u003e\n      A versatile chickpea flour with a fine texture, nutty flavour and countless uses across savoury cooking.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🥣\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eFine and Easy to Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          The finely milled texture combines smoothly with water and seasonings, making it easy to create batters for fritters, pancakes and flatbreads.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🥦\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCrisp Batters and Reliable Binding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Besan coats vegetables well and helps bind savoury mixtures, making it especially useful for pakoras, bhajis, fritters and patties.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🌍\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eOne Flour, Many Cuisines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Use it in Indian chilla and kadhi, French socca, Italian farinata, savoury baking, sauces and everyday plant-based cooking.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-origin-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003e🇮🇳 From Indian Kitchens to Kiwi Pantries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Besan flour has long been a staple in Indian cooking, where it is used for pakoras, chilla, kadhi, sweets and savoury batters. This certified organic besan originates from India and is packed by SpiceBloom in Auckland, New Zealand.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-origin-mini\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% certified organic chickpea flour\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy and naturally nutty\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, golden and easy to blend\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batters, binding, flatbreads and curries\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003e3 Delicious Ways to Use Besan Flour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-section-subtitle\"\u003e\n      From crisp Indian favourites to simple Mediterranean flatbreads.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🥦\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003ePakoras and Onion Bhajis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Whisk besan with water, salt and your favourite spices, then use it to coat sliced vegetables or onion before frying or baking until crisp and golden.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🫓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eChilla, Socca and Farinata\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Combine with water, olive oil and seasonings to make savoury chickpea pancakes or thin, golden flatbreads in a hot frying pan or oven.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🍲\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCurries, Gravies and Binding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Dry-roast a small amount before adding it to kadhi or sauces, or use it as a practical binder in vegetable patties and savoury mixtures.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eQuick Recipe: 15-Minute Savoury Chickpea Pancake\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n        \u003cp class=\"sb-recipe-intro\"\u003e\n          A simple egg-free breakfast or lunch idea with crisp edges, tender vegetables and warming spice.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e½ cup\u003c\/strong\u003e SpiceBloom Organic Besan Flour\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e½ cup\u003c\/strong\u003e water\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e1 tablespoon\u003c\/strong\u003e olive oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e¼ teaspoon\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-turmeric-ground\"\u003eOrganic Turmeric Ground\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003e¼ cup\u003c\/strong\u003e finely diced red onion, spinach and capsicum\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e→ Salt to taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-method\"\u003e\n          Whisk the besan flour, water, olive oil, turmeric and salt until smooth. Fold through the vegetables. Heat a lightly oiled non-stick frying pan over medium heat, pour in the batter and cook for 3–4 minutes. Flip carefully and cook for a further 2 minutes, or until cooked through and golden.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-aside\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-aside-icon\"\u003e🍳\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eReady in 15 Minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eEASY SAVOURY MEAL\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairings\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eComplete Your Savoury Pantry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-section-subtitle\"\u003e\n      Pair besan flour with these SpiceBloom favourites for fritters, flatbreads, curries and everyday cooking.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eOrganic Turmeric Ground\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Add warm colour and earthy flavour to chilla, pakora batter and kadhi.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-turmeric-ground\"\u003eShop organic turmeric\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eGaram Masala\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Add aromatic warmth to vegetable fritters, savoury pancakes and Indian-style batters.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/garam-masala\"\u003eShop garam masala\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🍛\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eMild Curry Powder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          An easy seasoning option for family-style fritters, patties and savoury baking.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/mild-curry-powder\"\u003eShop mild curry powder\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🌾\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eOrganic Wholemeal Rye Flour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Explore another distinctive organic flour for artisan breads and savoury baking.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/organic-wholemeal-rye-flour-italy-1kg-2-5kg-spicebloom-nz\"\u003eShop rye flour\u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section sb-details\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e📋 Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"sb-table\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOrganic Besan Flour (Chickpea Flour)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003ePacked In\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eAuckland, New Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e100% Certified Organic Besan Flour (Stone-Milled Chickpea Flour).\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFlavour and Texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFine, golden flour with an earthy, naturally nutty flavour.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eDietary Suitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eVegan, vegetarian and plant-based. Contains no ingredients of animal origin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003ePakoras, onion bhajis, chilla, socca, farinata, fritters, curries, gravies, binding and savoury baking.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eAllergen Note\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\n              While chickpeas are naturally grain-free and contain no gluten, this product is re-packed in a facility that also handles wheat and gluten-containing cereals, as well as peanuts, soy and sesame seeds. It is therefore not represented as gluten-free and is not suitable for individuals with coeliac disease or severe gluten allergies.\n            \u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is made from chickpeas, but it is packed in a facility that also handles wheat and other gluten-containing cereals. Please review the allergen information carefully before purchasing.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section sb-details\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eNutrition Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e\n      Average quantity per 100g.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"sb-table\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e1520 kJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e20.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFat, Total\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e5.8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSaturated Fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e0.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e44.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e11.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e16.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e24 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eIs besan flour the same as chickpea flour?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          The names are often used interchangeably, although traditional besan is commonly made from split chickpeas and tends to have a particularly fine texture. It is also known as gram flour or chana flour.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eCan besan flour be used instead of eggs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Besan can work as a binder and as the base for egg-free savoury pancakes, fritters, quiches and similar dishes. It will not behave exactly like egg in every recipe, so some adjustment may be required.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eIs this besan flour gluten-free?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Chickpeas do not naturally contain gluten. However, this product is packed in a facility that also handles wheat and gluten-containing cereals, so it is not represented as gluten-free and is not suitable for people with coeliac disease or severe gluten allergies.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eHow can I use besan flour in curries and gravies?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Dry-roast a small amount over low heat before whisking it into liquid. This helps develop its nutty flavour and can give kadhi, sauces and gravies a smoother, thicker consistency.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eCan I use besan flour for flatbreads?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Yes. Mix it with water, olive oil and seasonings to make Indian chilla, French socca or Italian farinata. Cook until the centre is set and the edges are crisp and golden.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBring More Possibilities to Your Savoury Pantry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      From crisp pakoras and savoury pancakes to curries and golden flatbreads, Organic Besan Flour is a versatile staple for everyday cooking. Packed in Auckland and delivered NZ-wide.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nz.trustpilot.com\/review\/spicebloom.co.nz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\n      🌟 Read Our Trustpilot Reviews\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; margin-top: 16px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      Afterpay available · PayPal accepted · NZ-wide delivery\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Spice Bloom","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":49155441754363,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":49155441819899,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5kg","offer_id":49155441852667,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3826\/3803\/files\/organic-besan-flour-chickpea-flour-spicebloom-nz-9361788.png?v=1786057780","url":"https:\/\/farmfreshdirect.co.nz\/products\/organic-besan-flour-chickpea-flour-spicebloom-nz","provider":"Farm Fresh Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}