{"product_id":"desi-kitchen-urad-spilt-3-5-lb","title":"Desi Kitchen Urad Split 3.5 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesi Kitchen Urad Split 3.5 lb is premium split black gram (urad dal) with skin — earthy and firm, excellent for South Indian cooking, dals and tempering. The 3.5 lb family size is ideal for households that use split urad frequently in cooking and for batter preparation. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of Desi Kitchen Urad Split 3.5 lb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit black gram with skin retained — earthy flavor and higher fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 lb family size — good value for frequent use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in South Indian tadka, dals and as a batter base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in protein, calcium and B vitamins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse and soak for 30 minutes. Pressure cook with 2.5 cups water per cup of dal for 3–4 whistles. Prepare as a simple dal with onion, garlic and tomato tempering. In South Indian cuisine, use split urad dal in the tadka for chutneys, flavored rices and lentil dishes — added to hot oil with mustard seeds and curry leaves for a nutty, textured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Desi Kitchen urad split the same as black urad dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — split urad dal is black gram that has been split but retains the dark outer skin. It is an intermediate between whole black urad gota and hulled white urad dal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan split urad dal be used for idli batter?\u003c\/strong\u003e It can be used, but gives a slightly darker batter and coarser idlis compared to white (hulled) urad dal. White urad is typically preferred for smooth idli batter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare nutritionally to white urad dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Split urad with skin has higher fiber due to the retained bran, while white urad is slightly smoother and cooks faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains lentils\/legumes. May be processed in a facility handling other legumes. Check the label for allergen information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001901228259,"sku":"66062626","price":12.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/61SVh-DjFrL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781890473","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/desi-kitchen-urad-spilt-3-5-lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}