Mall Road Urad Chilka 1kg

Mall Road Urad Chilka 1kg is a premium-quality split black gram with its natural skin intact. Also known as Urad Dal Chilka, Split Black Gram, or Black Gram Dal, it is a versatile ingredient widely used in Indian cooking.

With its earthy flavour and satisfying texture, Urad Chilka is ideal for preparing nutritious dals, traditional Indian dishes, and wholesome everyday meals. It can be cooked with aromatic spices, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs for a delicious homemade dal.

🍲 Basic Urad Chilka Dal Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Mall Road Urad Chilka
• 3 cups water
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 2 green chillies
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1–2 tbsp cooking oil or ghee
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander
• ½ tsp red chilli powder

Method:

1. Rinse the urad chilka thoroughly 2–3 times.
2. Soak for 30 minutes for faster cooking.
3. Add the dal, water, turmeric, and salt to a pressure cooker.
4. Cook for approximately 3–4 whistles, or until tender. You can also cook it in a pot until soft.
5. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
6. Add green chillies, ginger-garlic paste, and onion. Sauté until lightly golden.
7. Add chopped tomatoes and chilli powder. Cook until the tomatoes soften.
8. Add the cooked dal and mix well.
9. Simmer for 5–10 minutes, adding water if needed.
10. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

🌶️ Urad Chilka Masala Dal

For a richer version, prepare the dal with onion, tomato, ginger, garlic, cumin, turmeric, chilli powder, and garam masala. Finish with a spoonful of ghee and fresh coriander for a comforting restaurant-style flavour.