Black Matpe (Urad)

Description: Black Matpe, also known as black gram or black lentil, is a nutrient-rich legume recommended for diabetics.

Varieties:

  • Urad Dal Gota: Whole, huskless black gram.
  • Urad Dal Chilka: Split with husk.

Nutritional Benefits:

  • High in protein, dietary fiber, and essential minerals like iron, calcium, and potassium.
  • Contains antioxidants and supports digestive health.

Culinary Uses:

  • Used in dishes like dals, idlis, dosas, and curries.
  • Often fermented to enhance nutritional value and digestibility.

Technical Specifications (Raw Whole):

  • Size: 4–5 mm.
  • Moisture Content: ≤ 10%.
  • Broken Percentage: ≤ 2%.
  • Foreign Matter: ≤ 1%.

Urad Dal (Processed):

  • Huskless split black gram.
  • Broken Percentage: ≤ 4%.
  • Moisture Content: ≤ 10%.
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