Black Horse Gram

Black Horse Gram

Tamil: கருப்பு கொள்ளு (Karuppu Kollu) | Telugu: నల్ల ఉలవలు (Nalla Ulavalu) | Malayalam: കറുത്ത മുതിര (Karutha Muthira) | Kannada: ಕರಿ ಹುರಳಿ (Kari Huruli) | Hindi: काले कुलथी (Kale Kulthi)

Karuppu Kollu, Local name of Black Horse Gram in Tamil is the most precious seed of all traditional legumes that we use everyday need in Indian kitchens especially to rural homes and health conscious cooks. With its slightly nutty, earthy taste and firm-to-the-bite texture, the mighty little isoflavone-powerhouse bean has graced plates from West to East for millenniums. Also called as Kala Ulavalu in Telugu, Karutha Muthira in Malayalam, Kari Huruli in Kannada and Kale Kulthi in Hindi, Black Horse Gram are highly revered for its versatility to be cooked and included with almost any other ingredient yet on account of low cost besides rich nutritional value.

Being rich in plant protein, this is a nutritious legume are nutrient dense and can form one of the putative high-protein vegetarian/vegan meal. In addition to having protein, it is a rich source of dietary fiber, iron and calcium along with essential minerals so that is an overall good treat for a balanced diet. Its strong flavor is perfect to pair with spicy, herby, and even tangy ingredients making it an ideal ingredient in both traditional and modern dishes.

As Black Gram is naturally gluten-free and low-fat, they are a good source of protein for different dietary preferences. The slow-digesting complex carbohydrates from the quinoa will keep you fueled throughout your day, while the fiber in it helps to support digestion. It is well known for its use in traditional dishes but also lends itself perfectly to salads, soups, stir frys and fusion recipes.

Culinary Uses

• Kollu Rasam | Horse Gram Soup – Kollu Rasam, a traditional and authentic South Indian rasam recipe prepared using horse gram broth, tamarind, and spices.
• HorseGram Sundal is a simple stir fry kind dish made with Horse Gram, seasoned with coconut and Mustard seeds and garnished with curry leaves.
• Sprouted Horse Gram Salad – Cool, crisp and healthy salad with sprouted gram, vegetables & lemon dressing
• Horse Gram Dal Curry : A thick, rich, curry to go with Steamed Rice/ Roti.
• Chutney Powder/ Podi- Dry roast horse gram and grind them to make chutney powder.

Storage Instructions

Black Horse Gram needs to be stored in an air-tight container in a cool dry place, to keep its freshness. Refrigeration is suggested in humid places to hinder the invasion of insects.

A Heritage Ingredient

Based on the gravity of: Its rich taste, flexibility and affordabilityBlack Horse Gram holds a special place in them all, The culinary legacy of India is incomplete without this. This includes everything from hearty curries to light salads, which provide a multitude of ways to put a little modern flair on this versatile and wholesome Indian staple.

Black Horse Gram : easily add Black Horse Gram to your dishes, enjoying a nutritious and naturally beneficial ingredient for centuries.

Note:

This product is a natural food grain and not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult a nutritionist for personalized dietary advice.