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635 chana dal, split Bengal gram Recipes | Recipes using chana dal | Indian chana dal Recipes
635 chana dal, split Bengal gram Recipes | Recipes using chana dal | Indian chana dal Recipes. Bengal gram, which are just baby chickpeas chickpeas, is a yellow lentil that has been split and polished. They have a sweet, nutty taste. They can be roasted and powdered to make chickpea flour (besan) and are widely used in Indian cuisine to make an array of dishes.
It is a versatile ingredient. It is widely appreciated as health food and a rich source of proteins for cereal-based diets. It also helps in lowering the cholesterol level in the bloodstream and is also good for diabetic patients as it has a low glycemic index.
chana dal and cabbage tikki recipe | healthy cabbage chana dal cutlet | non fried tikki Indian snack | chana dal cabbage tikki for weight and diabetes

10 Ways that chana dal can be used in
10 Ways that chana dal can be used in | |
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1. | Dals |
2. | Vadas |
3. | Rice |
4. | Parathas |
5. | Pancakes or chila |
6. | Subzi |
7. | Tikki |
8. | Tempering |
9. | Biryani |
10. | Sweets |
kalmi vada recipe | Rajasthani kalmi vada | chana dal kalmi vada

Chana Dal Recipes for Snacks
This lentil is used extensively in India in all its forms, especially in snacks.
1. Ranging from simple yet delectable recipes like Chana Dal Pancakes that are flavored with methi and ginger.
gluten free chana dal pancakes recipe | gluten free Indian breakfast | gluten free cheela | gluten free chilla

2. To more complicated ones like the Fried Chana Dal, a specialty found on the streets of India.
fried chana dal recipe | chana dal namkeen | savoury jar snack | market style fried chana dal

3. Chana dal is also an essential ingredient of all the chutneys we eat along with our South Indian Delicacies. Mysore chutney, a spicy, garlicky, chana dal accompaniment, is the ideal thing to have with idli and dosas!
Mysore chutney recipe | South Indian Mysore chutney

10 Popular recipes using chana dal
10 Popular recipes using chana dal | |
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1. | Palak Chana Dal |
2. | Chana Dal Vada |
3. | Chana Dal Paratha |
4. | Chana Dal Pancakes |
5. | Cucumber Chana Dal |
6. | Mixed Sprouts and Chana Dal Tikki |
7. | Puran Poli |
8. | Chana Dal Aur Gur Chawal |
9. | Chana Dal Halwa |
10. | Qabooli Biryani |
The great thing about Chana dal is that it tastes great in a wide range of dishes including salads, curries, tikki etc.
1. Qabooli biryani is a flavorful, aromatic, spiced, slow-cooked biryani layered with Chana dal. It is a filling meal, rich in protein and fiber.
Qabooli biryani recipe | Hyderabadi chana dal biryani | instant pot Indian chana dal biryani | Hyderabadi Qubooli biryani

2. Who doesn't love dal Vada? This crispy, Chana dal Vada are the perfect tea-time snack.
chana dal vada recipe | masala vada | masala vadai | chana dal vada Indian snack

3. Got some boiled leftover dal from last night? How about stuffing them to make delicious Dal paratha?!
Chana Dal Paratha
4. This popular Maharashtrian delicacy, Puran poli is a sweet made by stuffing Chana dal mixture to wheat flour and is widely made during Ganesh Chaturthi and Diwali.
Maharashtrian puran poli recipe | puran poli | sweet puran poli

5. Chana Dal Halwa | Punjabi style chana dal halwa | spilt bengal gram Indian halwa

6. Palak Chana Dal | healthy spinach chana dal | Indian chana dal palak | zero oil chana dal pala

7. Cucumber Chana Dal : Cooked simply with minimal spices, this Jain -friendly Cucumber Chana Dal is nevertheless very tasty, mainly because of the consistency of the chana dal, which is cooked to a stage where it is soft but still retains a bit of its crunch.
Health benefits of chana dal
Health Benefits of Chana Dal | |
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1. | Very good for diabetes |
2. | excellent source of protein for vegetarians |
3. | good for heart |
4. | good for pregnant ladies |
5. | lowers blood pressure |
6. | good for eyes |
7. | good antioxidant |
8. | high in fibre |
chana dal fry recipe | North Indian chana dal tadka | easy chana dal masala | how to make Punjabi masala chana dal

suran chana dal tikki recipe | yam chana dal tikki

If you want to know more about the Uses of Chana Dal, then you can check out our article on that.
Health Benefits of Cooked Chana Dal, split Bengal gram
One cup of cooked Chana Dal provides 33% of your protein for the day. Chana dal is heart and diabetic friendly, also rich in fiber. Chana dal has high amount of potassium and low amount of sodium which makes it very effective in regulating your blood pressure. Read this article on complete benefits of chana dal.
Can you imagine festivals or weddings without Puranpoli? This classic sweet is a favourite across the country, called … More..
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03 March, 2015
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04 March, 2015
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Chana Dal aur Gur Chawal is a sumptuous combination of spicy chana dal served with aromatic jaggery-sweetened rice. … More..
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10 March, 2015
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10 April, 2015
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17 June, 2015
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17 June, 2015
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31 July, 2015
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27 August, 2015
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31 August, 2015
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28 September, 2015
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24 November, 2015
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29 December, 2015
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Let’s recreate the highway dhaba magic right in our own kitchens, with this tasty and satiating dal. In Dhabey … More..
Recipe# 638
04 January, 2016
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The Panchratni Dal is a real ratan or gem from Indian cooking! It has many interesting qualities, which … More..
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04 January, 2016
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With its rich flavour and luscious texture, the Dal Pinni might as well qualify as festive cooking, but … More..
Recipe# 4032
13 January, 2016
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Traditional and wholesome are the words that describe this tasty dal most aptly. As the name suggests, Panchkuti … More..
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22 January, 2016
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This powder of roasted curry leaves, dals and spices, transforms a simple breakfast of idli or dosa into … More..
Recipe# 4949
18 March, 2016
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This wholesome combination of three lentils, flavoured with an assortment of spices, is a good source of calcium … More..
Recipe# 4381
04 July, 2016
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Kanchipuram Idli is a special variety of Idli that is loaded with spices. It has the strong flavour … More..
Recipe# 5545
20 July, 2016
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Adai, an all-time favourite South Indian snack , comprises a mix of different dals soaked and ground along … More..
Recipe# 5182
13 September, 2016
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Hyderabadi Haleem is a one-dish meal , which has gained international acclaim.In Hyderabad, the dish is an indispensable … More..
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05 March, 2017
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Really satiating and super tasty, this Mixed Dal and Rice Dosa is an amazing dish to have for … More..
Recipe# 6780
21 March, 2017
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Guaranteed to make you lick your fingers delightfully, this Tomato Basil Chutney is flavoured with a peppy masala … More..
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01 May, 2017
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07 May, 2017
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Here's how you can welcome your favourite starter into the main course! Hara Bhara Kebab, the ever-popular starter … More..
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18 May, 2017
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Tava Chana Dal Vadas | Bengal Gram Fritters | Healthy Savoury Chana Dal Patties | with step by … More..
Recipe# 6920
20 May, 2017
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A very different and unusual pickle from the kitchens of South India, the Drumstick Pickle is perfectly spiced … More..
Recipe# 4954
23 May, 2017
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Four wholesome dals come together with a vast array of taste-giving ingredients to make the Char Dal ka … More..
Recipe# 6724
26 June, 2017
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This elaborate version of Sambhar is a primary side dish whose smell will linger in your hands long … More..
Recipe# 4978
15 July, 2017
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Can you imagine festivals or weddings without Puranpoli? This classic sweet is a favourite across the country, called … More..
calories per serving
coconut puran poli recipe | naariyal puran poli | Maharashtrian puran poli | Jain puran poli | with … More..
calories per serving
The masala used here is an aromatic mixture of spices, coconut and cashews. It sounds rich, and is … More..
calories per serving
Chana Dal aur Gur Chawal is a sumptuous combination of spicy chana dal served with aromatic jaggery-sweetened rice. … More..
calories per serving
An all-time favourite with South Indians, Tomato Rice is a spicy and tangy rice preparation that is ideal … More..
calories per serving
As you will see from this recipe, exotic dal recipes can be prepared authentically without using onions or … More..
calories per serving
Here, a wholesome combo of five dals is flavoured with a special masala water and whole spices as … More..
calories per serving
Yellu podi chithranna, flavoured with a special variety of malgapodi (chilli-based powder), is a raging contrast to the … More..
calories per serving
This tangy chutney is the best combination for bland dishes like Idli and appe! One of the most … More..
calories per serving
This traditional Sindhi recipe is truly timeless. Not only that, it is also popular with people of all … More..
calories per serving
A tantalisingly flavourful bhaji prepared with aromatic dill leaves, the Shepu chi Bhaji is an all-time favourite Maharashtrian … More..
calories per serving
When you are tired of the daily Sambhar , this delectable Kolumbu will lend a special touch to … More..
calories per serving
Here is a traditional South Indian treat, which is prepared during most religious functions, especially during the harvest … More..
calories per serving
Let’s recreate the highway dhaba magic right in our own kitchens, with this tasty and satiating dal. In Dhabey … More..
calories per serving
The Panchratni Dal is a real ratan or gem from Indian cooking! It has many interesting qualities, which … More..
calories per serving
With its rich flavour and luscious texture, the Dal Pinni might as well qualify as festive cooking, but … More..
calories per serving
Traditional and wholesome are the words that describe this tasty dal most aptly. As the name suggests, Panchkuti … More..
calories per serving
This powder of roasted curry leaves, dals and spices, transforms a simple breakfast of idli or dosa into … More..
calories per serving
This wholesome combination of three lentils, flavoured with an assortment of spices, is a good source of calcium … More..
calories per serving
Kanchipuram Idli is a special variety of Idli that is loaded with spices. It has the strong flavour … More..
calories per serving
Adai, an all-time favourite South Indian snack , comprises a mix of different dals soaked and ground along … More..
calories per serving
Hyderabadi Haleem is a one-dish meal , which has gained international acclaim.In Hyderabad, the dish is an indispensable … More..
calories per serving
Really satiating and super tasty, this Mixed Dal and Rice Dosa is an amazing dish to have for … More..
calories per serving
Guaranteed to make you lick your fingers delightfully, this Tomato Basil Chutney is flavoured with a peppy masala … More..
calories per serving
Peshawar is a city situated along the eastern end of the khyber pass. It is a major center … More..
calories per serving
Here's how you can welcome your favourite starter into the main course! Hara Bhara Kebab, the ever-popular starter … More..
calories per serving
Tava Chana Dal Vadas | Bengal Gram Fritters | Healthy Savoury Chana Dal Patties | with step by … More..
calories per serving
A very different and unusual pickle from the kitchens of South India, the Drumstick Pickle is perfectly spiced … More..
calories per serving
Four wholesome dals come together with a vast array of taste-giving ingredients to make the Char Dal ka … More..
calories per serving
This elaborate version of Sambhar is a primary side dish whose smell will linger in your hands long … More..

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