BPL Masoor DallKK Masoor DallAlso known as Saabut masoor , Kaala masoor, Red Lentil.

DescriptionMasoor is probably the most commonly used Daal in India. Masoor are sold in many forms, with or without the skins, whole or split. Masoor dal is probably the most commonly used Daal in India. It is basically the split lentil without skin and is red in color. It does not need soaking prior to cooking as it is a "soft" Daal and cooks quickly. When cooked , Masoor dal turns a soft golden color. With 26% protein, lentils have the third-highest level of protein, by weight, of any plant-based food after soybeans and hemp. Masoor dal is an important part of the diet in many parts of the world, especially in the Indian subcontinent which has large vegetarian population.

Culinary UsesMasoor dal is used to prepare an inexpensive and nutritious soup all over Europe and North and South America, sometimes combined with some form of chicken or pork.They are frequently combined with rice,which has a similar cooking time to prepare khichdi.Purée cooked masoor with your favorite herbs and spices and serve as a side dish.Recipes like Khatta masoor, Lehsuni masoor , dal gosht or boiled masoor stuffed paranthas and poories are also quite popular.To make dhal, the classic Indian dish. Usually, they are boiled to a stew-like consistency with vegetables and then seasoned with a mixture of spices to make many side dishes, which are usually served over rice or with rotis.Red Lentil Hummus on Sesame Crispbread , red lentil and coconut soup, red lentils salad seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika are other few recipeHealth benefitsWhole masoor, a small but nutritionally mighty member of the legume family, are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber. Not only can they help lower cholesterol, they are also of special benefit in managing blood-sugar disorders since their high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal.Masoor contain high levels of proteins, including the essential amino acids isoleucine and lysine, and are an essential source of inexpensive protein in many parts of the world for those who adhere to a vegetarian diet or cannot afford meatApart from a high level of proteins, masoor also contain dietary fiber, Folate, vitamin B1, and minerals all with virtually no fat.Masoor, like other legumes, are rich in soluble fiberThey are a good source of potassium and iron