products - lentils

Lentils are low in fat, rich in protein and absorb the flavour of spices and herbs. They are now recognised as important in preventing heart disease, as well as colon & other cancers.  Lentils are rich in vitamin B and folic acid, which are important for pregnant women. They are an excellent source of potassium, calcium & iron which contribute to healthy bones, a regular heart beat, nutrient transfer to cells, water balance, regulated blood pressure, and haemoglobin formation. They are a good source of niacin, thiamine, panthothenic acid & pyridoxine, necessary for healthy brain and nerve cells, for the skin, nerves and digestive system.

Lentils can be cooked simply as dal, or made into sambhar, rasam with tomatoes and spices.  Roasted redgram can be ground with chillies into podi (powder) and  eaten directly with rice or used for flavouring curries

Please visit our Recipes page for cooking suggestions.

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