description
Chana dal closely resembles yellow split peas but are smaller in size. Chana dal have a wonderful nutty, earthy flavour compared to milder yellow split peas.
substitutes
Yellow split peas
availability
Supermarket, Asian stores
Similar Posts
chillies, dried
The drying process concentrates the flavours of chillies. You’ll find an array of dried chilli varieties, each offering its distinct level of heat…
custard apple
Custard apples have a bumpy, greenish or red-purple skin, depending on the variety. They have a luscious, custard-like pulp inside…
eggplant / aubergine
Eggplant has to be one of my favourite vegetable. Roasted or chargrilled then made into a spicy salad or slow-cooked…
curry leaves
Curry leaves, a quintessential element of South Indian cuisine and Southeast Asian dishes like curries, dals, and soups…
bamboo shoots
Young fresh bamboo shoots are crisp and slightly sweet. Some bamboo shoots can be eaten raw and others require…