Chakra Horse Gram, 1kg

Chakra Horse Gram (also known as Macrotyloma uniflorum) is a classic Indian pulse known for its rich, earthy taste and authentic flavour. Popular across South Indian kitchens, Horse Gram brings warmth and depth to everyday cooking.

Use Horse Gram to make traditional dishes like rasam, dal, curries, and sprouted salads. Its firm texture and aromatic taste make it a favourite choice for simple, wholesome meals. Bring the authentic taste of India home with Chakra Horse Gram – easy to cook and delivered fresh across Europe.

About Horse Gram (Macrotyloma uniflorum)

Horse Gram is a traditional lentil grown in India, South East Asia, and parts of Africa. Known by many regional names, it’s a pantry staple used in home-style Indian cooking.

What is Horse Gram called in different Indian languages?
Horse Gram is known as Kulthi in Hindi, Kollu in Tamil, Ulavalu in Telugu, and Hurule in Kannada. In English, it is simply called Horse Gram.

What does Horse Gram taste like?
Horse Gram has a deep, earthy, and slightly nutty flavour. When cooked, it develops a warm, rustic taste that blends beautifully with Indian spices and tamarind-based curries.

Is Horse Gram the same as chickpeas?
No. Horse Gram is a smaller, darker lentil from the Macrotyloma uniflorum plant, while chickpeas come from a different species (Cicer arietinum). Both are pulses but have distinct flavours and textures.

How is Horse Gram used in Indian cooking?
In Indian cuisine, Horse Gram is used for dishes such as rasam, Usal, curries, and sprouted salads. It pairs perfectly with rice or flatbreads for a hearty, home-style meal.

What is Horse Gram called in Hindi and Tamil?
In Hindi, Horse Gram is called Kulthi; in Tamil, it is called Kollu. These traditional names are still widely used in regional Indian markets and recipes.