Dals

A colorful spread of various types of dals and beans on a wooden table, showcasing lentils, rajma, and arhar dal in vibrant bowls with spices surrounding them.

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Are you a true dal aficionado? Test your knowledge with our engaging quiz focused on the delicious world of lentils and beans commonly used in Indian cuisine.

See how well you know:

The most popular lentils in India
The characteristics of different dals
The origins of popular dishes
Fun facts about legumes

9 Questions2 MinutesCreated by CookingGuru24

What is the name of these lentils? Hint: Most commonly consumed lentil in India

Sabut Masoor Dal

Sabut Moong Dal

What is another name for Rajma?

Navy Beans

Red Kidney Beans

Pinto Beans

Great Northern Beans

What are some characteristics of Arhar Dal (split yellow pigeon peas)?

What are the Indian names for these black eyed beans?

Lobia

Moong Dal

Chawli Dal

Toor Dal

What is lectin?

An emulsifier

A stabalizer

A thickener

A toxic chemical in beans

What is mutter?

A slang word for "mother" when referring to someone else's mother in an obscene joke about their mother

Mutter Fucker

Dried Peas/fresh too

Dried corn

Dried fish found in popular Southern Indian dishes

Is mutter paneer is one of the more popular dish featuring peas?

Yes

No, it's chana paneer

When sprouting Sabut Moong Dal what is the next step after soaking them for 6 hours?

They will start to sprout within 12 hours

Place them in a dark spot in a jar wrapped in cloth or cheesecloth

Put them in the fridge wrapped in papertowel

Plant them!

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