{"product_id":"desi-kitchen-chana-dal-4-lb","title":"Desi Kitchen Chana Dal 4 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesi Kitchen Chana Dal 4 lb is premium split chickpea lentils in a bulk family pack — nutty, firm and perfect for dal, fritters and South Indian dishes. Chana dal is one of the most versatile lentils in Indian cooking and this 4 lb size is ideal for households that use it frequently. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Desi Kitchen Chana Dal 4 lb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium split chickpeas (chana dal) — 4 lb bulk value size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in protein with a low glycemic index — ideal for health-conscious diets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm texture after cooking — excellent in curries, fritters and dry preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent quality and clean selection from Desi Kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak for 30 minutes, then pressure cook with 2.5 cups water per cup of dal for 2–3 whistles until soft but not mushy. Prepare chana dal curry with onion-tomato masala and coconut, or grind soaked raw dal into besan for pakoras and batters. Use in spiced chana dal pancakes for a high-protein breakfast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 4 lb of chana dal good for regular use?\u003c\/strong\u003e For families that use chana dal weekly in dals, frying, chutney and sweets, the 4 lb pack reduces shopping frequency and cost per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use chana dal to make besan at home?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — dry-roast chana dal and grind in a high-powered blender or food processor to make fresh besan (gram flour) for pakoras and ladoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes chana dal cause digestive discomfort?\u003c\/strong\u003e Chana dal can be harder to digest than split moong. Soaking, cooking thoroughly, and adding asafoetida (hing) to the tadka helps reduce digestive gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains chickpeas\/legumes. May be processed in a facility handling other legumes. Check the label for full allergen details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49013347549411,"sku":"67175628","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/61i2RXan-NL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781890452","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/desi-kitchen-chana-dal-4-lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}