Laxmi Whole Urad is 4 lb of black gram with the skins on — the dal that becomes Punjab's legendary maa ki dal and dal makhani.

Soak overnight and slow-simmer with butter, tomato and cream for dal makhani, or cook a rustic langar-style maa ki dal. It is also ground skin-on for certain pakora batters.

Households across our neighborhood keep Laxmi Whole Urad on standby for exactly these moments. Available for quick local pickup or same-day delivery within 10 miles of our Los Angeles store.