Legumes · Dried
Lentils
Also called dried lentils
Dried lentils in general; quick-cooking, earthy pulses that need no soaking, used in soups, dals, salads and stews.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodMoong dal
Breaks down quickly to a milder, softer dal; no whole-lentil bite.
- T2 · GoodMung beans
Similar size and cooking time, grassier and slightly sweeter.
- T2 · GoodYellow split peas
Takes longer and breaks down; sweeter flavour.
- T3 · In a pinchChana dal
Nuttier and firmer, needs longer cooking.
Cook with Lentils
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