Indian Recipe for Diwali : Lentil Salad: 59 Photos
Herbed Lentil Salad with Chaat Vinaigrette | photographs
FAQ
Dal. Dal or daal is the generic Hindi word for Lentil. But dal refers both to the uncooked dry lentil and also the cooked lentil curry. You need dal to cook dal.
Masoor Dal is the Hindi and Urdu name for both – red lentils and the dish made with them.
Dal. In Hindi, the word 'Sabut' is used for lentils which are whole. The word 'Dal' or 'Dahl' is used for split lentils. The word 'Dhuli' is used for split and husked/skinned lentils.
Though often translated as lentils, dals are actually any split pulses (legumes). A pulse refers to the dry, edible seed of the pod. This includes beans, lentils, peas, and other little seeds in lentils or beans. So, any split legume is considered a dal in Indian culture.
Black Lentils. Black Lentils (Beluga lentils). Thanks to the robust flavor, these lentils pair well with meaty veggies and marinated proteins like mushrooms, tofu, and seitan. Best of all, black lentils are the most nutritious variety of lentils, boasting the highest amount of protein, plus high levels of calcium, potassium, and iron.