Urid Dal Chilka is a whole split dal including husk. It is also known as Masha, Split Gram or black gram. It is one of the most famous lentils used in the southern part of Asia, especially in Indian cuisine. Urid Dal Chilka is easy to prepare and can be eaten as a side dish also.
| Typical values | Per 100g | Per 45g serving |
| Energy | 1278kj | |
| Energy | 304kcal | |
| Fat | 2.4g | |
| of which sugars | 0.2g | |
| Carbohydrate | 60g | |
| of which sugars | 5.2g | |
| Fibre | 26g | |
| Protein | 24g | |
| Salt | <0.1g |
Allergens
May contain Peanuts, Nuts, Sesame, Cereals containing Gluten, Milk, Celery, Soya, Mustard and Sulphites.
Ingredients
Urid Dal Chilka (with skin).
Product Usage
Make a lovely Kolai Dal (Bengal Lentil Soup) or Fritters.
Urid Dal Chilka has black skin covering a creamy white interior and has a rich, earthy flavour. This is a popular dal in Northern India. It is often cooked with chana dal or methi leaves or sometimes meat. It is also extensively used in various dried to make urad flour or dough for Dosa, Papad, Vada, Idli, etc.
Flavour
A rich, earthy flavour.
Aroma
An earthy aroma.
Pair With
Coriander, cardamom, cumin.
Health Benefits
Urid Dal Chilka possesses excellent antioxidant properties that make it beneficial for the heart, liver and kidneys. In addition, it has a low glycemic index and high dietary fibre content that may be helpful as a good food substance for patients with diabetes and those on weight control diets.
