{"product_id":"jiva-organic-urad-gota-whole-4lb","title":"Jiva Organics Urad Gota Whole 4 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eJiva Organics Urad Gota Whole 4 lb is certified organic whole black gram (sabut urad dal) — the classic base for India's most celebrated dal, dal makhani. Slow-cooked with butter and cream, whole urad gota transforms into a deeply rich, velvety dal. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Jiva Organics Urad Gota Whole\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Certified Organic whole black urad gota — skin-on for maximum flavor and fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 lb value pack ideal for frequent dal makhani preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-cooks into a silky, deeply flavored dal — the gold standard for this dish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in protein, calcium and complex carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak urad gota overnight for 10–12 hours. Pressure cook for 6–7 whistles until completely soft. Combine with cooked kidney beans in a heavy-bottomed pot, add onion-tomato gravy, butter, cream and simmer on low heat for 1–2 hours for restaurant-quality dal makhani. The extended simmering develops the characteristic richness of this dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between urad gota and split urad dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Urad gota is the whole, unsplit black gram with skin. Split urad (white) is hulled and split. Dal makhani specifically requires the whole black variety for its distinctive earthy depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I make dal makhani in an Instant Pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — pressure cook soaked urad gota on high for 25–30 minutes, then add cream and butter and simmer on the sauté function for 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long should dal makhani be cooked?\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally, dal makhani is slow-cooked for 6–8 hours. Pressure cooking shortens this significantly while still delivering excellent flavor.\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":"Jiva Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001901097187,"sku":"62076486","price":15.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/81_oCdx7r5L._SL1500.jpg?v=1781888933","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/jiva-organic-urad-gota-whole-4lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}