Description | | | These tasty red lentils (Masoor Dal) are high in fiber and protein. They taste great in vegetarian dishes and stews and are a good alternative to rice or potatoes. | Black-eyed beans provide a range of nutrients, are
high in fiber and can be used in a variety of recipes. For vegetarians, these beans can be an important source of iron. | Whole chilies are first dried and then ground.
Depending on the variety used and the associated extra spiciness | |
Content | Mung dal, also known as "Dhuli Moong" or "Payatham Paruppu", are yellow lentils that have been hulled and split. They are particularly easy to digest and take on seasonings and spices well, so are often made into spicy dals. | Nutritional Information per 100gm (unless otherwise stated):
Calories/Energy: 1260kJ/300kcal
Fat: 5g
of which saturates: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
of which sugars: 5.3g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 20g
Salt: 1g
Ingredients:
100% toor lentils | Nutritional Information per 100gm (unless otherwise stated):
Calories/Energy: 1331kJ/318kcal
Fat: 1.3g
of which saturates: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56.3g
of which sugars: 0g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 23.8g
Salt: 0g
Ingredients:
100% red lentils | Black-eyed beans provide a range of nutrients, are
high in fiber and can be used in a variety of recipes. For vegetarians, these beans can be an important source of iron. | Whole chilies are first dried and then ground.
Depending on the variety used and the associated extra spiciness | Turmeric is native to Southeast India and belongs to the ginger family. Turmeric is an important component of the curry powder and is obtained from the root of the Haldi plant. Even adding a small amount gives the dishes colour and a spicy taste. |