Red lentils (Masoor Dal) are the split, husked form of the Lens culinaris legume. They are valued for their quick-cooking nature, soft texture when cooked, and mild, slightly nutty flavor that readily absorbs surrounding spices and seasonings. Because they break down into a creamy consistency, red lentils are a favorite for dals, purees, soups, stews, and convenience-ready mixes where speedy preparation and smooth texture are desired.
Cultivated across India and several other major lentil-producing regions, masoor dal is harvested, cleaned, and sorted to ensure even split size and low foreign matter. At Didwaniya Group we apply rigorous quality controls — from farm selection to final packing — to provide lentils with consistent color, low moisture, and high nutritional value suitable for retail packs, bulk buyers, and foodservice customers.
Characteristics
Taste: Mild, subtly nutty, and slightly sweet when cooked; readily takes on spices and seasonings.
Appearance (Structure): Split, husked lentils, generally 2–4 mm in size (split); bright orange to deep orange-red color depending on variety and processing. Whole masoor (if supplied) appear brownish-red with seed coat intact.
Smell: Clean, faintly earthy; free from off-odors or mustiness.
Mass fraction of moisture, %, not more than: 12.0
Protein content (dry basis), %, not less than: 24.0
Fat content, %, not more than: 3.0
Damaged/Foreign matter, %, not more than: 1.0
Color: Bright orange–red for split/husked masoor; brownish-red for whole seed varieties.
Application
Red lentils are extremely versatile in culinary and industrial applications. In home and restaurant kitchens they’re used to make classic Indian dals, stews, soups, purees, baby foods, and lentil patties. Food manufacturers use masoor dal in ready-to-eat meals, snack formulations, protein-rich mixes, and gluten-free flours. Their quick hydration and creamy finish also make them ideal for canned or instant products and for incorporation into fortified nutrition programs.
Storage Condition
Store in dry, clean, well-ventilated warehouses free from pests and strong odors, at a relative humidity no more than 75% and a temperature not exceeding 20°C. Keep in food-grade, moisture-proof packaging; rotate stock (FIFO) to maintain freshness and minimize moisture uptake.
Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
Nutritious. Quick-cooking
Didwaniya Group supplies high-quality red lentils (Masoor Dal) prized for their bright orange-red color, uniform split size, and wholesome nutritional profile. Carefully sourced and hygienically processed, our masoor dal delivers dependable cooking performance and clean flavor for food manufacturers, retailers, and culinary professionals worldwide.