Black gram whole, commonly known as urad dal, maa ki dal or kali dal in India. It is used to prepare one of the world most famous dish from India known as dal makhani or kali dal.
While black gram cultivation and consumption was traditionally confined to the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, it is now ranked among the most commonly consumed pulses across India and Pakistan.
Upon cooking, black gram has a sticky texture and a bland and earthy flavour.
Product attributes
- Organic
- Rounded and slightly elongated in shape
- Black in colour
- Bland and earthy flavour
- Stick texture
- Whole grain
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
How to use
- To make dal makhani
- Sprout whole black gram
Benefits
- Dietary fibre promotes bowel regularity and helps to treat digestive disorders like constipation.
- Protein black gram is a rich source of protein, which helps promote overall development and builds and strengthens muscles.
- Iron Boost it increases the bodys energy levels and metabolic rate. Iron is also a vital component of haemoglobin, which transports oxygen throughout the body and builds red blood cells, which is important for growing children and women who are pregnant, lactating or menstruating.
- Promotes heart health dietary fibre along with folate and magnesium in black gram improves heart health. While fibre controls cholesterol levels, magnesium improves blood flow and increases oxygen and nutrient availability throughout the body.
- Good for the hair black gram acts as a vitalizer for proper hair growth. It strengthens the hair and makes it silky and shiny.
- Vitamins and mineral black gram is also rich in other healthy nutrients like potassium, phosphorous, calcium, copper and manganese.
How to store
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
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