Singhara Atta (Water Chestnut Flour)

Water Chestnut Flour or singhare ka atta is made from dried, ground water chestnuts. In-spite of what the name suggests, water chestnuts are not nuts at all. They are aquatic tuber vegetables that grow in marshes, ponds, paddy fields and shallow lakes. This makes them A-okay for those with nut allergies. This singhara flour or singhara atta is also gluten-free.

Singhara flour is rich in nutrients such as iron, zinc, phosphorus and calcium. It is also said to be a great source of carbohydrates. Therefore consuming singhara atta is best for maintaining high energy levels during long working hours. Water chestnut flour also helps in retaining the required level of water content in our body. This quality combined with the fact that singhara atta is high in fiber makes it perfect for a weight loss diet. 

You can cook various tasty and delicious parathas as well as snacks with the singhara atta. The water chestnut can also be eaten in a raw, boiled or fried manner. Singhara atta is one of the most famous delicacies during the festival of Navratri in India. This is because singhare ka atta is a healthier alternative to various traditional ingredients which are forbidden during the 9 day period of Navratri. The singhara flour is not just a favourite in India but also in demand in China and other Asian countries. It is often said that the singhara atta is offered to the gods as a part of the religious festivities.