Daal Mash Chilka 250g

Daal mash chilka, split urad lentils with the black skin left on, in a 250g pack for rich, earthy daal.

About Daal Mash Chilka 250g

Daal mash chilka is the split form of mash that keeps its dark outer skin. In this 250g pack the grains look speckled black and white, and they give a deeper colour and a stronger, earthier taste than the skinned white type.

Home cooks who like the stronger taste of mash daal often choose the chilka type, since the skin adds body and a slightly deeper flavour. It also keeps its shape better during longer cooking, so the daal stays textured rather than turning completely smooth.

How It Differs

Compared with white mash daal, the chilka type takes slightly longer to cook and keeps more bite. The skin gives it a rustic look, so it is often chosen for hearty daal and for cooking with plenty of onions.

Cooking Tips

• Soak for about one hour before cooking.
• Simmer with turmeric and salt until the daal is soft.
• Add a fried onion and garlic tarka for flavour.

Buy Daal Mash Chilka 250g in Pakistan

Order Daal Mash Chilka 250g from NayaBazar if you prefer the skin-on type of mash daal in Pakistan.