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Toor dal

Rs. 160.00 INR

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Quantity 1/2 KG

Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan), universally celebrated across India as Toor Dal, Tuvar Dal, or Arhar Dal, is arguably the most essential daily staple legume in the Indian subcontinent. Known regionally as Thuvara Parippu in Malayalam, Thuvaram Paruppu in Tamil, Togari Bele in Kannada, and Kandi Pappu in Telugu, it acts as the comforting culinary centerpiece of everyday household meals.

The unpolished split grain reveals a bright, warm yellow interior with a matte finish. When cooked, it delivers a deeply comforting, mildly sweet, and pleasantly nutty flavor profile with a smooth, creamy texture that blends beautifully with spices. Agronomically, it is a highly valued, drought-resistant crop whose extensive root systems actively perform nitrogen fixation, enriching soil health for surrounding ecosystems.

NUTRITlON INFO

Approximate nutritional breakdown per 100-gram serving of cooked Toor Dal:

Calories~115 - 130 kcal

Carbohydrates~20g - 23g

Protein~6.8g - 7.5g

Dietary Fiber~4.5g - 5.0g

Fat~0.4g - 0.7g

Glycemic Index (GI)Low (~29 - 32)

USAGE/RECIPE

Because split Toor Dal is relatively tender compared to whole, un-split legumes, it cooks rapidly and does not require extensive pre-prep, though a brief soaking window optimizes its final texture.

💡 Preparation Tips

Rinsing: Wash the yellow grains thoroughly 2 to 3 times in cool water to rinse away any ambient surface dust or storage starch.
Soaking (Recommended): Soak the dal in water for 30 to 60 minutes before cooking. This neutralizes phytic inhibitors to unlock maximum iron and mineral absorption, while ensuring the dal breaks down into a perfectly smooth, buttery consistency.

Primary Cooking Ratios

Standard Soupy Consistency (Sambar/Rasam): 1 cup of raw Toor Dal to 3 to 3.5 cups of water.
Standard Thick Consistency (Dal Fry): 1 cup of raw Toor Dal to 2.5 cups of water.

Pressure Cooker (Fastest & Most Reliable): Add the rinsed dal, water, a pinch of turmeric, and a drop of oil (to prevent frothing). Cook for 3 to 4 whistles on medium heat until the grains are completely soft and easily mashable with the back of a spoon.
Stovetop Simmer: Bring water to a boil, add the dal, partially cover with a lid, and simmer on medium-low for 30 to 40 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.

Popular Culinary Applications

The Foundation of Everyday Sambar: The irreplaceable structural base for South Indian Sambar. Toor Dal is pressure-cooked until completely mushy, mashed thoroughly, and then simmered with tamarind pulp, a melody of regional vegetables, and an aromatic blend of roasted spices, mustard seeds, and fresh curry leaves. It is a legendary daily accompaniment to steamed rice, idlis, and dosas.
Traditional Kerala Parippu Curry: An absolute must-have for traditional Sadya feasts. Toor Dal is boiled with turmeric and salt, mashed into a thick paste, and blended with a rich, smooth paste of ground coconut, cumin seeds, and green chilies. It is served piping hot as the very first course over unpolished matta rice with a dollop of pure ghee.
Classic Comforting Dal Tadka / Dal Fry: A staple across North Indian cuisine. The dal is boiled soft and then tempered (tadka) in a pan with ghee, cumin seeds, chopped onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, green chilies, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to create a deeply flavorful, protein-rich accompaniment for rotis or jeera rice.
Therapeutic Rasam Base: The nutrient-rich water strained from cooked Toor Dal is used as a light, clarifying base for making comforting, tangy Pappu Rasam, heavily infused with black pepper, cumin, garlic, and tamarind to soothe digestion or fight off a seasonal cold.

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