Nitra Toor Dal (Plain)

About this item

The everyday dal of Indian kitchens. Nitra Toor Dal, also called arhar or tuvar dal, is plain split pigeon peas and the base of everyday dal-chawal.

Why cooks choose it

Toor dal cooks soft and creamy and whisks into a smooth, golden dal that carries a tadka beautifully. It is the essential dal for South Indian sambar and rasam, and for sweet-sour Gujarati dal. The plain version needs only a rinse before cooking.

What to cook with it

• Classic dal tadka
• South Indian sambar
• Rasam
• Gujarati dal

How to cook

Rinse well and soak for 30 minutes. Pressure-cook 1 cup dal with 3 cups water, turmeric and a drop of oil for 3 to 4 whistles. Mash, thin with hot water, then add a tadka of ghee, cumin, garlic and dried red chilli.

Pack sizes

Available in 500 g and 1 kg packs.

Storage

Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard.

Try it in our Classic Dal Tadka recipe, or browse the full pulses and lentils range. Buy it on Amazon.ae or order on WhatsApp in the UAE.