Grinding dried pigeon peas at home to make fresh gluten-free flour. How to Make Homemade Pigeon Pea Flour Pigeon pea flour is a nutrient-dense, high-protein alternative to wheat flour used across Africa, particularly in regions where pigeon peas grow abundantly. While not as common as corn or wheat flours, pigeon pea flour is becoming popular for gluten-free and Paleo baking due to its mild flavor and excellent nutrition. How to Grind Dried Pigeon Peas into Flour Making pigeon pea flour at home is simple — all you need is a blender, food processor, or coffee grinder. The longer you grind, the finer your flour will become. For best results, sift the flour and regrind the coarse bits. Measure the desired amount of dried pigeon peas . Add them to a clean, dry blender or coffee grinder. Grind until the peas reach your preferred texture — coarse or fine. For very...