Toor dal, also known as Pigeon Peas, is a type of pulse grown in the second=d half of the year, and it ripens around december to january. Mostly seen as a Lentil soup, it is often eaten with rotis or flatbreads. It is a household staple in India and is consumed due to its various health benefits, including high concentration of proteins, carbs and dietary fiber as well. MasterCook/ Vijay foods Toor dal goes through a range of cleaning and quality tests to ensure that it is free of impurities and high in quality.