Premium Toor Dal: The Heart of Indian Comfort Food.Authentic, Nutritious & Perfect for Everyday Meals

Discover the wholesome, earthy flavour of our Premium Toor Dal, also known as Split Pigeon Peas. A fundamental staple in Indian households, this versatile lentil is prized for its ability to cook down into a beautifully creamy and comforting texture, making it the perfect base for classic dishes. When cooked, it develops a rich, buttery flavour that forms the foundation of countless traditional recipes.

Naturally rich in plant-based protein and fibre, Toor Dal is not only delicious but also incredibly nourishing. It's the essential ingredient for creating authentic, soul-warming meals that are both simple to prepare and deeply satisfying for the whole family.

Why Choose Our Toor Dal?

• Authentic Indian Staple: The traditional and most popular choice for making classic Indian dhal and South Indian Sambar.

• Creamy & Comforting Texture: Breaks down perfectly when cooked, creating a smooth, hearty consistency.

• Excellent Source of Nutrition: Packed with plant-based protein, dietary fibre, and essential vitamins.

• Quick Cooking Time: Cooks faster than many other whole legumes, typically in 30-45 minutes.

Popular Ways to Use Toor Dal:

• Classic Toor Dal Tadka: A simple, everyday lentil dish tempered with ghee, cumin, and garlic.

• Sambar: A famous South Indian lentil and vegetable stew, tangy and flavourful.

• Curries & Soups: Adds body and protein to a variety of vegetable curries and hearty soups.

• Kitchari: A soothing, medicinal dish made with lentils and rice.

• Dhal Makhani: A rich, creamy lentil dish (though traditionally made with urad dal).

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.

SpicenEasy's Simple & Comforting Toor Dal Tadka

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 30-40 minutes

• Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For Cooking the Dal:

• 1 cup SpicenEasy Toor Dal

• 3 cups water

• ½ tsp turmeric powder

• ½ tsp salt

For the Tadka (Tempering):

• 2 tbsp SpicenEasy Ghee or oil

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Cumin Seeds

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Black Mustard Seeds

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1-2 dried red chillies or 1 fresh green chilli, sliced

• ½ tsp SpicenEasy Garam Masala

• Handful of fresh coriander, chopped

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Cook the Dal: Rinse the Toor Dal until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed dal, 3 cups of water, and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the dal is soft and creamy. Skim off any foam. Once cooked, stir in the salt and mash the dal lightly.

2. Prepare the Tadka (Tempering): In a small pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. Once the mustard seeds begin to pop, add the dried red chillies, then the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is soft and golden.

3. Combine and Finish: Pour the entire contents of the tadka pan into the cooked dal. Be careful, as it may sizzle! Stir well.

4. Final Seasoning: Stir in the garam masala, fresh coriander, and lemon juice.

5. Serve Hot: Serve your delicious, homemade Toor Dal immediately with steamed basmati rice or warm roti.

Chef's Tip: For an extra layer of flavour, you can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the hot ghee just before adding the other tempering spices. This is a classic addition in Indian cooking that adds a savoury, umami depth. If the dal becomes too thick after cooking, simply thin it out with a little hot water to your desired consistency.

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