lentil flour

Ground legume meal

Lentil flour is ground dried lentils, used as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in baking and cooking.

It adds protein and earthy flavor to flatbreads, pancakes, and batters.

In Indian cuisine, lentil flour forms the base of papadums and certain dals: The recipe calls for red lentil flour.

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G