Chakra Plain Almonds are whole, natural almonds that are neither roasted nor salted, making them suitable for Indian cooking, baking, and traditional recipes. Almonds are widely used across Indian cuisines in both savoury and sweet preparations, from garnishing rice dishes and desserts to grinding into pastes for gravies and sweets. Their mild flavour and firm texture allow them to adapt easily to roasting, soaking, or blending. Plain almonds offer full control over seasoning and preparation, making them a versatile pantry ingredient for everyday cooking and festive dishes.
Almonds are an important ingredient in Indian kitchens, commonly used whole, sliced, or ground depending on the dish. They are added to sweets, desserts, biryanis, and festive preparations to enhance texture and richness.
Chakra Plain Almonds are left in their natural state without roasting or added salt, allowing them to be prepared according to the recipe. They can be soaked and ground into a smooth paste, lightly roasted for garnish, or used whole in both sweet and savoury dishes.
Use whole, sliced, or ground as required by the recipe. Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container after opening. Shipped from our EU warehouse with reliable delivery across Europe.
Q1: What are plain almonds?
A1: Plain almonds are whole almonds that are not roasted or salted.
Q2: How are almonds used in Indian cooking?
A2: They are used for garnishing, grinding into paste, and in sweets, biryanis, and gravies.
Q3: What is almond called in Indian languages?
A3: Almond is called Badam in Hindi, Badam in Gujarati, Badam in Marathi, and Vadhumai in Tamil.
Q4: Should almonds be soaked before use?
A4: Soaking depends on the recipe and preparation method.
Q5: How should plain almonds be stored?
A5: Store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
| GTIN | 8904064637580 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chakra |
| Best Before | 25-Jan-2026 |
Allergen advice: Contains Nuts (tree nuts). May contain traces of other allergens.