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Singhara Flour

Also Known As : Water chestnut flour
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is odorless and flavourless.

Usage Tips

  1. Singhara flour can be used to make parathas, vadas, pakoras and puris.
  2. It can also be used to make halwas and pancakes.
  3. Singhara atta can also be used as a thickening agent in Asian cuisine.

Common names and forms

  1. Water Caltrop Flour
  2. Water Chestnut Flour (Singada Flour)

Description

Singhara atta is made from the dried water chestnut seeds. The nuts are peeled, boiled and crushed into flour. Singhara flour has a bright white colour and starchy texture.

Health benefits

  • Singhara flour is a good source of potassium which helps to treat water retention in the body.(1)
  • It is a great source of zinc, iron, calcium and phosphorus which boosts energy levels.(1)
  • Singhara flour is an excellent source of copper, riboflavin, potassium and vitamin B6.(1)
  • It contains iodine and manganese which can treat thyroid problems.(1)
  • Singhara atta has high fibre content which helps in weight loss.(1)

Selection Guide

Choose singhara atta which is bright white in colour and is powdery. Avoid if it has any lumps and discolouration.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.google.co.in/amp/s/www.ndtv.com/food/navratri-2018-what-is-singhara-atta-5-benefits-you-must-know-of-the-vrat-ingredient-1826648%3famp=1&akamai-rum=off

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