Desi chana, kala chana is a small dark brown coloured chana with a rough coat, cultivated mostly in india and others part of indian continent, as well ehopia, mexico and iran. It is smaller version of regular pale yellow chickpea although it has a brown skin it remain yellow underneath, and has a nutty flavor and starchy texture when cooked. It is very versatile legume with an important role in many middle eastern and indian dishes.