Channa Dal/Channa Dahl
Channa dal/dahl is a variety of Lentil. Channa dal/dahl is also called Bengal Gram/Split, Bele and Paruppu in India. It has a sweet and nutty flavor, is very tasty, robust and versatile lentil. It is also easy to cook. It is the most popular legume in India. Channa lentils are very nutritious, easy to digest, and have a low rating on the glycemic index. This product is also all natural. It may reduce the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer. Channa dal is usually used with sweeter vegetables , such as pumpkin and zucchini. This small, sweet bean good is also good for soups, salads, and rice dishes.
Channa dal is low in fat and has zero cholesterol and an excellent source of protein and fiber.
Besan, also called Bengal Gram flour, is split Channa dal milled to a fine flour
Notes :
Very nutritious and widely used beans. Chana dal is said to make up over one-half of India's pulse production. It is often dry-roasted and used in spice blends or chutneys as a nutty-flavored seasoning with urad or fenugreek seed. Used in many Indian sweets. Great for vegan and low fat diets.
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