{"product_id":"laxmi-chana-dal-2-lb","title":"Laxmi Chana Dal 2 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaxmi Chana Dal is premium split chickpea lentils — golden, nutty and one of the most versatile pulses in the Indian pantry. Made from split and hulled Bengal gram, it cooks into a satisfying dal that keeps a gentle bite, and grinds into flour for countless snacks and sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Staple Worth Stocking\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit, hulled Bengal gram with a firm, nutty texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds its shape for dals that are hearty rather than mushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA protein- and fiber-rich vegetarian favorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for dal, tadka, sweets and tempering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse and soak 30 minutes if you have time, then pressure cook with turmeric until tender but intact. Temper with ghee, cumin, garlic and curry leaves. Roasted and ground, it also becomes besan-style flour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs chana dal the same as toor dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Chana dal is split Bengal gram with a firmer bite, while toor dal is split pigeon pea that cooks softer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I soak chana dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Soaking is optional but speeds cooking and aids digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for sweets?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, chana dal is the base for puran poli, chana dal halwa and many festive dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePackaged in a facility that also processes tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, soy and wheat. Rinse before cooking.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laxmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48999444971747,"sku":null,"price":4.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/723246183022.jpg?v=1779443018","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/laxmi-chana-dal-2-lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}