Pegion Peas Split & Skinned (Toor Dal)

Pigeon peas (Cajanus cajan), known as "arhar" in Hindi, are a staple legume cultivated widely in tropical and subtropical regions, especially in India, Africa, and the Caribbean. After harvesting and drying, the peas are split into halves, known as split pigeon peas or toor dal.

Specifications:

  • Color: Yellow

  • Size: Medium-sized lentils, approximately 4–6 mm in diameter

  • Purity: Typically 99% or above

  • Moisture: Below 14%

  • Vegan: Yes

  • Shelf Life: 12–18 months in a cool, dry place

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  • Packaging

    10-25 kg kraft PP bags

    50 kg HDPE bags

  • Grade

    Conventional

    IPM

    Organic

  • Container Capacity

    20 ft- 24 MT

    40 ft- 28 MT

Culinary Uses

Toor dal (split pigeon peas) is a versatile legume widely used in Indian, Caribbean, and African cuisines. In India, it forms the base for comforting dishes like dal tadka, sambar, and khichdi, while also being used in sweets like puran poli. Caribbean cuisine features it in dishes like Trinidadian dhal, pelau, and stews, where it's blended or cooked with spices and coconut milk. In African cooking, it appears in hearty stews and mashed preparations. Beyond soups and curries, toor dal is used in salads, batters for fritters, and even as a stuffing for vegetables, making it a nutritious and flavorful ingredient across cultures.