Legume
Black Gram
About This Entry
Black gram, or urad dal, is a South Indian staple ground into batter for idli and dosa or simmered whole into dal makhani — its rich, creamy density in that dish suits a spicy Syrah.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- mung bean
- onion
- rice
At a Glance
Group
Other Legumes
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
primary
Scientific name
Vigna mungo
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Black Gram
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Other Legumes
- Scientific name
- Vigna mungo
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- primary