Other Lentils & Beans
Shop specialty lentils and beans used in regional Indian cooking. From moth beans and black eye beans to dried peas and soya, explore pantry staples with reliable UK-wide delivery.
Collection Overview & Buyer Intent
This collection brings together specialty beans and regional pulses used in dry curries, curry-style dishes and traditional recipes. It’s ideal when you want more variety beyond everyday dal staples.
Best For – Quick Selection Guide
- Best for dry-style curries: Moth Beans
- Best for curry-style dishes: Black Eye Beans
- Best for peas masala & regional curries: Dried Peas
- Best for soya-based curry meals: Soya
Shop by Type
Other Lentils & Beans Types
Peas
Used in peas masala and curry-style dishes served with roti or rice. Shop Peas Best for: Peas masala, simple curry meals, everyday pantry cooking.
Moth Beans
Commonly used in regional dry curries and Maharashtrian-style usal preparations. Shop Moth Beans Best for: Dry-style curries and regional bean dishes.
Black Eye Beans
Also known as lobia, typically used in curry-style dishes and regional North Indian recipes. Shop Black Eye Beans Best for: Lobia curry and slow-simmered bean meals.
Soya
Used in curry-style dishes and meal preparations paired with rice or chapati. Shop Soya Best for: Soya curries and hearty meal-prep dishes.
Other Legumes
A wider range of regional pulses and specialty beans used in traditional Indian cooking. Shop Other Legumes Best for: Exploring regional recipes and specialty cooking needs.
Specialty Beans vs Everyday Lentils – Which Should You Choose?
| Type |
Examples |
Best For |
| Everyday Lentils |
Toor, Moong, Masoor |
Dal and quick-cooking meals |
| Whole Beans |
Rajma, Chhole |
Curry-style dishes |
| Specialty Beans |
Moth, Lobia, Peas, Soya |
Regional curries and dry-style dishes |
For everyday dal, explore Lentils, Pulses & Beans. For curry-style favourites, explore Rajma & Chhole.
Popular Indian Dishes
- Moth bean usal – regional dry-style curry
- Lobia curry – black eye beans simmered with masala
- Peas masala – peas cooked with spices
- Soya curry – served with rice or chapati
Related Essentials
Seasonal Cooking Inspiration
Slow-cooked bean dishes are especially popular during colder months. Explore our Winter Collection for complementary seasonal ingredients.
How to Choose Specialty Lentils & Beans
• Choose based on the dish (dry curry vs curry-style meal)
• Many whole beans benefit from soaking before cooking
• Select pack size based on how often you cook these dishes
• Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness
Why Buy from Grocerywala
• Trusted Indian grocery brands
• Carefully selected specialty pulses and beans
• Suitable for regional Indian cooking
• Reliable UK-wide delivery
Frequently Asked Questions
What are moth beans used for?
Moth beans are commonly used in dry curries and regional Indian dishes.
What are black eye beans used for?
Black eye beans are used in curry-style dishes and North Indian recipes.
Do specialty beans require soaking?
Most whole beans benefit from soaking before cooking to reduce cooking time.
Do you deliver specialty lentils across the UK?
Yes, Grocerywala delivers specialty lentils and beans across the UK with reliable shipping.
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