Urad Dal Black Split

The Urd bean is best cooked without soaking first. Uraddal is used to make dosas, the crisp pancakes of southern India and also pappadums. In some parts of India, Uraddal is used as a seasoning with mustard seeds and for curries.

These lentil-like Urad beans have black skins covering creamy white interiors. Black skin provides them rich earthy flavor. They have an uncanny ability to absorb flavors. Black Lentil provides protein and cholesterol-lowering soluble fiber, as well as about twice as much iron as other legumes. It is recommended for diabetics, as are other pulses.Lentils are higher in most B vitamins and folate, which is especially important for women of childbearing age because folate reduces the risk of birth defects.