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

Discover the wholesome, earthy flavour of our Premium Toor Daal, 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.

Naturally rich in plant-based protein and fibre, Toor Daal 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.

Why Choose Our Toor Daal?

• 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 that is ideal for scooping up with roti or rice.

• Excellent Source of Nutrition: Packed with plant-based protein, dietary fibre, and essential vitamins, supporting a healthy and balanced diet.

• Easy to Cook: Simple to prepare and readily absorbs the flavours of spices like turmeric, cumin, and mustard seeds.

Popular Ways to Use Toor Daal:

• Classic Toor Daal: 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, often eaten for comfort and digestion.

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

Most Popular Recipe: Simple & Comforting Toor Daal

This is the quintessential, everyday recipe that forms the backbone of home-cooked Indian meals. It's simple, flavourful, and the perfect introduction to cooking with Toor Daal.

SpicenEasy's Simple & Comforting Toor Daal

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 30-40 minutes

• Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For Cooking the Daal:

• 1 cup SpicenEasy Toor Daal

• 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 Daal: Rinse the Toor Daal until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed daal, 3 cups of water, and turmeric. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the daal is soft and creamy. Skim off any foam that rises to the top. Once cooked, stir in the salt and mash the daal lightly with the back of a spoon.

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 daal. 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 Daal 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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