Horse Gram

Popularly known as Kollu, Ulava. Horse Gram is a type of legume, generally grown in dry agricultural areas. It is small oval, somewhat kidney shaped, green brown to reddish brown colored bean, about ½ inch diameter in size. Its aroma is similar to freshly cut hay. These are very hard in texture and require prolonged cooking time to obtain palatable value. It is consumed as whole seed, sprouts or as whole meal largely by the rural areas of southern India.  Benefits: Horse gram is rich in iron, calcium and protein. Low in fat and high in carbohydrate content. Low in lipid and sodium content Has low glycemic index which makes it ideal for diabetic and obesity patients