Vol. 11, Special Issue 6 (2022)

Author(s):
Shagun Rana

Abstract:
Horse gram (Macrotyloma uniflorum) also known as poor man’s pulse is an underutilized pulse. It is a latent pulse grain having great nutritional worth and the capability to acclimate in harsh environment. The pulse is rich in protein, have low glycemic index and a great source of fiber. The main objective of this review is to study the effect of different processing on nutritional composition, physical properties, functional properties, vitamin analysis, cooking properties and anti-nutritional factors in Horse gram pulse. Different types of diseases can be treated these different studies showed that horse gram has potential to be utilized in product formulation in bakery and confectionary.