Chola Daal
Chola Daal
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We have tweaked a traditional Sai Bhaji to highlight our chola daal. With vegetables and a flavourful spinach oil, this can be your new favourite pulse recipe.
about the pulse
Chola daal or Chana daal is a staple in India. Made from Bengal gram, the lentils pair well with stews and braises. Considered to be a bit on the richer side, chola daal is usually cooked with bold spices and flavourful additions.
| flavour | meaty, nutty |
| aroma | toasted |
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appearance |
the uncooked lentils are split, round and yellow ochre in colour |
| storage | they keep well in a cool, moisture-free, dark place |
what you can cook with it
You can cook the nutrient-dense chola daal in a stew or a soup. Traditionally, it is served as a daal and also paired with browned meat with spices. With root vegetables and spices, chola daal works well too.
| botanical name | Cicer arietinum |
| origin | West Bengal |
| processing | de-skinned, washed and dried |
| medicinal value |
great source of plant protein, believed to be helpful in diabetes |
