Most people associate urad dal with idli and dosa, and for good reason. These are two of the most beloved breakfast foods in India and urad dal is the heart of both. But if idli and dosa are all you are making with urad dal, you are using maybe 20 percent of what this dal […]

If you are a new parent navigating the world of solid foods, urad dal is one of the most nutritious and culturally familiar ingredients you can introduce to your baby. It has been part of Indian weaning traditions for generations, and for good reason. The nutritional profile of urad dal, particularly its protein, iron, calcium, […]

If you are trying to lose weight and wondering whether urad dal should stay on your plate or come off it, the short answer from most dietitians is: keep it. Urad dal is not a food that works against weight loss. When eaten in the right form and the right quantity, it actively supports it. […]