SEVEN STARS CHANA DAL

SEVEN STARS CHANA DAL

Size
1KG
SKU
5119E
Category
Lentils, Pulses, and Spices, Our Brands
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Brand: Seven stars

Weight: 1 kg

Category: Herbs, Spices & Cooking Ingredients

Speciality: Vegan and Gluten free

SEVEN STARS Chana Dal - 1kg is a premium choice for all your cooking needs, featuring top-quality yellow split chickpeas, also known as chana dal. Sourced from organic farms, this chana dal is rich in fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. It’s ideal for making classic Indian dishes, hearty curries, or adding extra nutrition to salads and soups. Whether you're preparing a traditional dal or experimenting with new recipes, this chana dal delivers authentic flavour and texture every time.


Nutritional information (per 100g)

  • Energy: 1523kJ

  • Fat: 1.34g (of which Saturates: 0.6g)

  • Carbohydrate: 61g (of which Dietary Fibre: 17g)

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Protein: 19g

  • Sodium:24mg


Cooking Recipe:

  1. Firstly, rinse the chana dal in  water for 3 to 4 times until it becomes clean and ready to cook

  1. Place it in a pot and soak it at room temperature for a minimum 1 hour. 

  2. Drain the water and boil it for approximately 45 minutes by adding a pinch of baking soda.

  3. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of oil in a large pot and heat the oil

  4. Add cumin seeds followed by onion, tomatoes, chopped garlic cloves and essential spices one by one.

  5. Add all the dried spices like garam masala, coriander, red chilli, salt and stir until combined. 

  6. Now add the chana dal and stir it until everything pulls together.

  7. Turn the heat off and stir.

  8. Garnish with coriander and your dal is ready to serve.


Usage Suggestions for SEVEN STARS Chana Dal:

  1. Classic Chana Dal Curry: Cook the split chickpeas with tomatoes, spices, and onions for a comforting, protein-packed curry. Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.

  2. Chana Dal Soup: Blend boiled chana dal with carrots, ginger, and garlic to create a creamy, nourishing soup. Perfect for adding warmth and flavour to your day.

  3. Dal Tadka: Spice up your chana dal by tempering it with garlic, cumin, and mustard seeds. The rich, aromatic flavours make it an excellent side for any Indian-inspired meal.

  4. Salads & Stews: Boil and add this best chana dal to salads or vegetable stews for a hearty boost of protein and fiber, enhancing both flavour and nutrition.

  5. Chana Dal Fritters: Use chana dal as the base for making crispy fritters with fresh herbs and spices. These make a delicious and healthy snack or appetiser.


Useful Tip:

Baking soda can be added when cooking beans or dal to soften them in less time than it would take without the baking soda.


Product Storage:

  • Store chana dal split chickpeas at cool , dry place away from direct sunlight

  • Place it in an airtight container to prevent moisture and pests  preserving it for a long time.

  • Check the best before date before using.

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