SAIRAS Toor Dal are high-quality, split and shelled yellow pigeon peas, considered an essential staple of Indian cuisine. They are characterized by their mild, nutty flavor and are excellent for authentic dals, curries, and stews. An ideal plant-based protein source for everyday enjoyment.
Experience the authentic diversity of South Asian cuisine with SAIRAS Toor Dal . Toor Dal, also known as split and peeled yellow pigeon peas, is one of the most important ingredients in classic Indian dishes and delights with its mild, slightly nutty flavor.
Culinary profile
Our SAIRAS Toor Dal is distinguished by its first-class quality and purity. When cooked, it develops a delicate, earthy aroma and melts into a wonderfully creamy consistency. It absorbs traditional spices such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander perfectly, forming the ideal base for flavorful, warming dishes. As your reliable Hamburg Orient Market for Asian and Persian specialties, we at Sairas place the highest value on exquisite, uncompromising quality.
Uses & Recipes
Toor dal is an absolute classic for aromatic curries, traditional dal tadka, and hearty vegetable stews (sambar). This legume also finds diverse uses in modern, satisfying salads or as a nutritious side dish.
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Preparation: Wash the dal thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. For a shorter cooking time, the lentils can optionally be soaked in water for 30 to 60 minutes.
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Preparation: Boil until tender in fresh water. Add salt only towards the end of the cooking time to ensure the legumes cook evenly. Then season with a spice mix (tadka) made from mustard seeds, garlic, and chili, roasted in ghee or oil.
Product details
Ingredients
100% Dried, halved and peeled pigeon peas (Toor Dal).
Allergens
Due to production processes, may contain traces of sesame, mustard, gluten, tree nuts and sulfites.
Nutritional values (average per 100 g)
| Calorific value
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1420 kJ / 340 kcal |
| Fat
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2.0 g |
| - hereof: saturated fatty acids |
0.3 g |
| carbohydrates
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58.0 g |
| - of which sugar |
2.0 g |
| Dietary fiber
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15.0 g |
| protein
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22.0 g |
| Salt
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0.0 g |