{"product_id":"arhar-dal","title":"Arhar Dal (Toor Dal) | Unpolished, Stone Free, 22g Protein","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArhar Dal, The Comfort Staple of Every Indian Household \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala Arhar Dal is unpolished and sourced from current crop harvests, retaining its natural fiber and full nutritional profile. Sorted using a machine for zero stones, consistency of grain size, and minimal broken pieces. Each batch provides 22g of protein per 100g. Short cooking time due to the fresh ingredients. Perfect for dal fry, sambar, rasam, and everyday tadka dal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Sets Hathi Masala Spices, Whole Spices, and Pulses Apart? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Fresh. Effiecient. Pure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab Tested Every Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Exported to 60+ Countries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Hathi Masala Arhar Dal (Toor dal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArhar dal is also known as toor dal or tur dal. It’s one of the most-consumed dals in Indian households as an everyday dish. It’s the main ingredient of Gujarati dal, sambar, dal fry, and panchmel dal. Hathi Arhar Dal is unpolished, which means no oil coating, and no artificial shine, just clean, stone-free dal that cooks evenly and tastes exactly the way it should. This preserves its fiber content and full nutritional density. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourcing and Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sources toor dal straight from fresh-crop harvests in Maharashtra. This is one of the major states in India for tur dal production. We source only after the harvest period, not from stored old stock. It makes a huge difference. When tur dal is stored for many months, it dries out and becomes harder on the outside. That is why old stock takes time to cook, tastes grainy even after multiple whistles, and often turns mushy on the outside while remaining harder inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh crop toor dal has different characteristics compared to old stocks. The grain remains fresher and softer, and it absorbs water quickly. You don’t need to wait long before cooking tur dal. 2-3 pressure-cooker whistles are enough to achieve a smooth, well-cooked dal. Less time on the stove, less gas, and better results in the dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferences Between Unpolished and Polished Arhar Dal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"132\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"187\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"255\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnpolished Toor Dal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Toor Dal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatte, naturally yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOily and shiny surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooking time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLesser time (current crop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLonger time (older stock)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoated with oil or chemical preservatives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuller and earthier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMilder and less complex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrient Retention \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala Toor Dal is unpolished and not oil-coated. What you get is the grain exactly as it was after cleaning and sorting. No surface treatment. No additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Hathi Masala Processes Arhar Dal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore packing, Hathi puts every batch through a 9-step automatic cleaning process. This procedure removes dust, stones, damaged grains, and foreign matter without any human contact. Fine-mesh sorting procedure secures consistent grain size for even cooking. Every batch goes through automatic grading, which removes broken and undersized grains, so what you get in the pack is consistent, clean dal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach batch is lab-tested for purity, safety, and moisture content before dispatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Arhar Dal in Your Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is one of the most flexible lentils in Indian cooking. Here are some common preparations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- To make traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDal Fry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, soak 1 cup of tur dal for 20 minutes. Then pressure cook for 3 whistles. Then finish with a simple ghee, cumin, hing, and tomato tadka in a separate pan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSambar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, cook tur dal with tamarind, tomatoes, and sambar powder, and temper with mustard and curry leaves in the oil of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- To prepare traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGujarati Dal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, pressure-cook tur dal, add jaggery, lemon juice or tamarind, and tomatoes. Then finish with a mustard-and-curry-leaves tadka in oil or ghee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRasam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, cook tur dal until lightly browned, extract the liquid, and combine with tomato, tamarind, and rasam powder. The dal liquid adds body and protein without making it heavy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of Including Arhar Dal in Your Daily Diet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArhar dal is a high-protein plant-based food that has been used in traditional Indian cuisine for ages. With a protein content of 22g per 100g, it’s one of the best sources of protein available in a vegetarian kitchen. The fiber present in unpolished toor dal supports maintaining good digestion. Naturally rich in folates, which matters especially during pregnancy. With a high iron content, it also makes a good dietary source for managing anemia. it’s also gluten-free and low in fat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are the grain's natural properties. They aren’t medical claims and don’t replace medical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Store it in a glass or plastic airtight container. Keep it in a cool, dry spot away from moisture and direct sunlight. Best consumed within 12 months of opening. The 3-layer sealed pack of Hathi Masala keeps it fresh until it’s opened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality You Can Trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala has been in the spice and grain market since 1952. Arhar dal is cleaned using a 9-step automated procedure that removes stones, dust, and broken grains without human contact. Every batch is lab-tested for purity, safety, and moisture across 20+ parameters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fssai.gov.in\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFSSAI-Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-22000-food-safety-management.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISO 22000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab tested every batch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Cryogenic Grinding Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed. Dedicated sterilization facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour-locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore from the Hathi Masala Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore related categories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/salts\"\u003eSalts\u003c\/a\u003e - Black Salt, Rock Salt \u0026amp; Pink Salt for better taste and daily use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/blended-spices\"\u003eBlended Spices\u003c\/a\u003e, Kitchen King, pav bhaji, chana masala \u0026amp; more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/pickle-masala\"\u003ePickle Masala\u003c\/a\u003e, Ready-to-use masala mixes for homemade achars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hathi Masala","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":44924780118086,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7790\/8038\/files\/hathi-masala-arhar-dal-tur-dal-500g.png?v=1775722613","url":"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/products\/arhar-dal","provider":"Hathi Masala","version":"1.0","type":"link"}