Malka Masoor Dal, a vibrant pink lentil, starts its life as a black masoor lentil.
These black lentils are de-husked, removing their outer skin, and then split into halves, resulting in the beautiful pink color and smaller size that defines Malka Masoor Dal.
This processing step not only affects the appearance but also contributes to Malka Masoor Dal's popularity in Indian cuisine.
The split lentils cook much quicker than whole black masoor dal, making them ideal for busy weeknight meals.