Top 15 Monthly Grocery Staples You Need in Your Kitchen Today

Aap Ka Bazar® is the only Monthly Grocery store, both online and offline, that offers over 10,000 brands and 28,000 products whether Delhiites visit or download the app. Today, AKB is featuring its top 15 best-selling grains along with the health benefits of consuming them.

As Aap Ka Bazar® always says, #YahaSabMilega, they provide both quantity and quality so here is the list available at unbeatable discounts…

1. Wheat Flour (Atta Up To 30% OFF)  

Wheat is a rich source of fiber, protein, and vitamins whether you enjoy it as chapati, parathas, puri, halwa, or in other dishes. It helps maintain proper health, especially during diabetes, high cholesterol levels, and inflammation. It also improves bowel movements and helps you feel full for longer, so you’ll be satisfied with fewer calories.

• Rice (Chawal Up To 50% OFF)

Rice is a rich source of carbohydrates, the body’s main fuel source whether enjoyed as biryani, khichdi, plain rice, fried rice, seasoned rice, or kheer. Its carbohydrates can keep you energized and satisfied and are important for fueling exercise. Besides providing calories, rice is a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, selenium, iron, folic acid, thiamin, and niacin, though it is low in fiber and fat.

 

• Pigeon Peas (Toor Dal 41% OFF)

Arhar dal, also known as toor dal, is rich in protein and may help prevent type 2 diabetes whether enjoyed as dal tadka, soup, chaat, or in other recipes. Regular intake of toor dal can lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels in patients with diabetes and high cholesterol. Its antioxidant activity and high fiber content may reduce total cholesterol and LDL (bad cholesterol).

 

• Mung Beans (Moong Dal Up To 41% OFF) 

Whether you use chilka or split moong dal, it can help decrease cholesterol and provide a delicious taste when cooked as dal tadka, khichdi, or halwa. Moong dal controls blood sugar levels and prevents constipation with a low glycemic index. Moong pulses gradually release sugar into the bloodstream to be suitable for diabetic patients while helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels.

 

• Red Lentils (Lal Malka Dal 1kg ₹75 Only) 

Known as the Malka of all dals, it is a healthy addition for those looking to lose weight due to its high fiber and protein content. It is also a rich source of potassium, which acts as a vasodilator and helps control blood pressure. Additionally, it contains significant amounts of vitamin C, B6, B2, folic acid, calcium, zinc, and magnesium.

• Black Lentils (Kali Masoor Dal 1kg ₹89 Only) 

Whole masoor dal is a dark brown-skinned lentil with a fiber-rich exterior and an orange interior and is versatile for cooking as dal tadka, chaat, roasted namkeen, soup, or other recipes. This protein-rich pulse is particularly popular in the northern states of India and among those who prefer weight loss.

• Bengal Gram Lentils (Chana Dal 1kg ₹72 Only)

Chana dal benefits cardiovascular health due to its rich potassium and magnesium content, making it an excellent choice for dishes like dal tadka, chaat, roasted namkeen, and soup. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients and helps you to control weight. These minerals help regulate blood pressure and promote a healthy heart while potassium counteracts the effects of sodium promoting blood vessel dilation and reducing the risk of hypertension.

 

• Black Gram (Urad Dal Up To 42% OFF)

Urad dal improves bone mineral density due to its rich content of minerals such as iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium whether cooked as dal tadka, khichdi, sprouts, or roasted namkeen. Including Urad dal in your diet helps maintain bone health and regular consumption meets the body’s nutritional requirements without causing weight gain.

• Kidney Beans (Rajma Up To 42% OFF) 

Regular consumption of rajma can help improve blood sugar control in individuals with diabetes, whether it’s cooked as sprouts, chaat, or in Punjabi cuisine gravy. It can also help lower the risk of heart disease, regardless of whether it’s cooked as yellow or red rajma. Additionally, rajma is a good source of iron, with 1 cup providing about 5 milligrams.

 

•  Black Chickpeas (Kala Chana 1kg ₹72 Only) 

Chana Black can be consumed daily in moderation as part of a balanced diet, whether it’s enjoyed as gravy, sprouts, chaat, soup, or salad, to aid in weight loss. Black chana is a rich source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, controlling blood sugar levels and helping prevent certain chronic diseases. Additionally, it offers anti-aging benefits, making you feel youthful.

• White Chickpeas (Chhole Up To 42% OFF)

Chhole, whether cooked with dollar chane or kabuli chane, aids digestion due to its high dietary fiber content, particularly a soluble fiber called raffinose. They can also help lower cholesterol levels, as soluble fiber has benefits beyond gut health. Additionally, they may reduce the risk of cancer and promote stronger bones, particularly beneficial for growing children. Moreover, they could contribute to improved mental health when consumed as part of a balanced diet.

•  Black Eyed Peas (Lobia Up To 44% OFF

Lobia, particularly cowpeas, are rich in essential vitamins and minerals, whether cooked as chaat, sprouts, gravy, salad, or soup. They provide instant energy, promote muscle mass growth, and strengthen bones. Lobia can aid in weight loss, help control blood sugar levels, improve digestion, and boost immunity, but it’s important to consume them as part of a balanced diet.

 

•  Soybean Chunk (Soya Badi 200g Buy1 Get1 Free 

Soybean chunks and soy foods offer various health benefits, potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease (CHD), certain cancers, and improving bone health. Soy is a high-quality protein that can aid in weight management when incorporated into a balanced diet, whether stir-fried, roasted, or included in seasoned rice and gravy. It’s recommended to consume around 25 grams of soy protein as part of a diet low in cholesterol and saturated fat.

•  Oats / Barley / Muesli (Jau 1kg 50% OFF)

 Whether eaten together or as individual recipes, these foods provide antioxidants, making them excellent instant snack options. They also improve insulin response and reduce blood sugar levels, whether cooked in a salty or sweet manner. Due to their high fiber and protein content, they help manage weight effectively and offer plenty of vitamins and minerals while improving cholesterol levels. Additionally, they promote the growth of healthy bacteria in the digestive tract and relieve constipation when consumed as part of a balanced diet.

 

•  Corn Kernel (Makai Dana 200g Buy1 Get1 Free) 

Corn aids digestion and promotes gut health whether consumed as kernels or flour after roasting, boiling, or preparation in other ways. It’s high in insoluble fiber, which adds bulk to stool and prevents constipation when included in a balanced diet. Additionally, corn helps improve eye health and protects the heart, whether cooked sweet or salty. It provides essential nutrients and vitamins necessary for the body to function optimally, while also moderately affecting blood sugar levels. Furthermore, corn flour serves as a healthy gluten-free option.