Kuthi Dal.. aka Horse Gram

Horse gram, also known as kuthi or Kulthi beans, is a legume native to India. It has been used in the Indian diet for centuries and is an integral part of many recipes. These beans contain a number of nutrients and phytochemicals, such as polyphenols and vitamin C. Horse gram is easily digestible, gluten-free, high in protein, fiber, iron, B vitamins, and antioxidants. Horse gram is a type of lentil that can be cooked without soaking first. It is also known as kulithuvari, tur, arhar dal, and tur dal. Horse gram originates from India and has been around for centuries. One of the advantages of horse gram over other lentils is that it cooks faster.  The shape of horse gram closely resembles rice grains.