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Chana Dal · Split Bengal Gram
चना दाल
Bold split chana dal that keeps its shape, for dal, halwa and South Indian tempering.
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What it adds
Why your food needs it
A nutty bite and lots of body.
Ingredients
What’s inside
Bengal gram, split (100%).
No added colour, preservatives or MSG. Packed in a compostable zipper pouch: press to seal after every use.
How & where to use
Where it goes in your kitchen
How: Soak 1 hour and pressure-cook for 4 whistles.
Storage: Airtight container, cool and dry. A few dried red chillies or tej patta keep insects away.
“Chana dal and lauki with a spoon of ghee. Dadi called it a 'balanced' dal.”
Ayurveda · आयुर्वेद
Traditional benefits
- Traditionally considered heavy; cook with hing and ginger
This describes traditional use in Ayurveda and Indian home cooking. It is not medical advice, and our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult a doctor for any health condition.
Nutrition
Nutritional values
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 360 kcal |
| Protein | 20.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 59.8 g |
| Total fat | 5.6 g |
| Dietary fibre | 15.0 g |
Approximate typical values from standard food composition data. Final label values come from lab analysis of each product. Spices are used in small amounts, so a serving adds very little of these.
Lab report
Tested before it is packed
Batch SS-CHA-0001 · sample format. The QR on your pack opens the full NABL lab report for your exact batch.
| Test | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Pesticide residue (200+ screened) | Not detected / within FSSAI limit | Pass |
| Oil or water polish | Not detected | Pass |
| Khesari dal mixing | Not detected | Pass |
| Added colour (metanil yellow) | Not detected | Pass |