Blackgram

INTRODUCTION

Black gram is a type of bean cultivated by different cultures for millennia. It has many names: Vigna mungo, the scientific name, urd bean, urad bean, black matte bean, mungo bean, minapa pappu, and mash bean. Black gram is also often referred to as black lentil, but it is not to be confused with the actual black lentil, scientifically named Lens culinaris. This legume originated in South Asia and has been used in Indian culture since ancient times.

NUTRITION

Black grams are incredibly rich in nutrients and minerals overall.

Naturally, the cooking method can alter the nutritional content of the beans. The nutritional values below are presented for raw and mature mungo bean boiled without added salt.

Macronutrients and Calories

Black gram is a high-calorie food. A 100g of raw black gram beans contains 341 calories. However, a 100g serving of cooked black gram beans is naturally lower in calories, containing only 105.

Raw black gram beans are incredibly nutrient-dense, containing only 11% water. At the same time, cooked black gram beans consist of 73% water and 27% nutrients.