दाल

Definition

A dish of cooked lentils, eaten with rice or roti.

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Etymology

The term 'दाल' (daal) comes from the Sanskrit 'दालिका', which refers to various pulses. It has been integral to Indian cooking for centuries, symbolizing nourishment.

How & Where It’s Used

'दाल' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts throughout India, typically in casual settings. There are many regional variations of daal recipes.

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