Toor, Urad & Chana Dal

Part of our Lentils, Pulses & Beans range. Shop toor dal, urad dal and chana dal — the three most essential dals in Indian cooking. Explore trusted brands including NATCO, FUDCO, TRS, KCS, Topop — with reliable UK-wide delivery from Grocery Wala.

Collection Overview & Buyer Intent

Toor, urad and chana dal form the backbone of Indian dal cooking. Toor is the everyday dal of South and West India; urad is essential for dal makhani and idli batter; chana dal is used for rich curries, chutneys and besan. Together they cover the full range of Indian dal recipes.

Shop by Dal Type

Toor Dal (Arhar Dal)

Yellow split pigeon peas — the most widely used dal in India for everyday dal tadka and sambar. Shop Toor Dal

Urad Dal

Black gram available whole (black urad) or split (white urad) — essential for dal makhani, idli and dosa batter. Shop Urad Dal

Chana Dal

Split Bengal gram with a nutty flavour — used for chana dal curry, chutneys and as the base for besan. Shop Chana Dal

Best For – Quick Selection Guide

• Best for everyday dal tadka: Toor Dal — quick-cooking, mild and versatile
• Best for sambar: Toor Dal — the traditional South Indian base
• Best for dal makhani: Whole Black Urad Dal — slow-cooked for a rich, creamy result
• Best for idli & dosa batter: Split White Urad Dal — for fermentation and soft idlis
• Best for chana dal curry: Chana Dal — nutty flavour, holds shape when cooked
• Need moong or masoor? Moong & Masoor Dal

Popular Dishes

• Dal Tadka — made with Toor Dal and Spices, served with Rice
• Sambar — made with Toor Dal and Sambar Masala
• Dal Makhani — made with Whole Urad Dal and Ghee
• Idli & Dosa — made with Split Urad Dal and Rice Flour
• Chana Dal Curry — made with Chana Dal and Spices

Daily Indian Kitchen Ecosystem

These dals pair perfectly with:

• Rice, Grains & Flour
• Spices & Masala
• Oil & Ghee
• Pickles & Chutneys
• Moong & Masoor Dal
• Lentils, Pulses & Beans

Why Buy from Grocery Wala

• Trusted dal brands: NATCO, FUDCO, TRS, KCS and Topop
• Available in multiple pack sizes — 500g to 5kg
• Fresh stock sourced for UK Indian and South Asian shoppers
• Reliable UK-wide delivery — order online and get it delivered to your door

Frequently Asked Questions

What is toor dal?

Toor dal (also called arhar dal) is yellow split pigeon peas — the most widely consumed dal in India. It is the base for everyday dal tadka and South Indian sambar.

What is the difference between whole and split urad dal?

Whole urad dal (black gram) is used for dal makhani and slow-cooked dishes. Split white urad dal has the skin removed and is used for idli and dosa batter fermentation.

What is chana dal used for?

Chana dal is split Bengal gram used for curries, chutneys and as the raw ingredient for besan (gram flour). It has a nutty flavour and holds its shape well when cooked.

Do you deliver toor, urad and chana dal across the UK?

Yes, Grocery Wala delivers all dal varieties across the UK with reliable shipping. Order online for fast UK delivery.