{"product_id":"real-taj-toor-whole-2lb","title":"Real Taj Toor Whole 2 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eReal Taj Toor Whole 2 lb is premium dried whole pigeon peas (arhar) — the unsplit, skin-on form of toor dal with a richer, earthier flavor than the split variety. Excellent for traditional preparations that call for whole pigeon peas, including certain regional dals and curries. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of Real Taj Toor Whole\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole (unsplit) pigeon peas — skin-on for higher fiber and deeper flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRicher, more complex taste compared to split toor dal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in traditional regional dal recipes calling for whole arhar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in plant protein, dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak whole toor for 4–6 hours. Drain and pressure cook with 3 cups water per cup of toor whole for 5–6 whistles until completely tender. Prepare as a hearty whole pigeon pea dal with onion-tomato masala, or use in curries where a chunkier, more textured legume is desired. Can also be dried after soaking and added to dry sabzi preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between whole toor and split toor dal?\u003c\/strong\u003e Split toor dal (toor dal) is hulled and split, cooking smooth and creamy quickly. Whole toor retains its outer skin, takes longer to cook and has a firmer, more textured result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use whole toor in place of split toor dal in sambhar?\u003c\/strong\u003e For smooth sambhar, split toor dal is preferred. Whole toor can be used but may require blending after cooking for a smooth consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is whole pigeon pea used most traditionally?\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole pigeon peas are used in certain South Indian and East African cuisines where a chunkier lentil texture is preferred over smooth dal.\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":"Real Taj","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001789489379,"sku":"64515195","price":6.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/RealTajToorWhole2Lb.avif?v=1783385040","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/real-taj-toor-whole-2lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}