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Chana Dal Namkeen | Crunchy Spiced Snack – 200 gms
चना दाल नमकीन — कुरकुरी, मसालेदार, भरपूर
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Chana Dal, Pink Salt, Red Chilli Powder, Groundnut Oil
“Chana dal namkeen – chunky, hearty, satisfying. Serious snacking.”
Our Chana Dal Namkeen is made from split chickpeas soaked overnight, dried and fried fresh in pure groundnut oil with a moderately spiced masala coating. Chunky, deeply crunchy and much more hearty than moong dal or besan sev. This is the most filling namkeen in our range.
The natural protein content of chana dal makes this a particularly satisfying snack. One handful genuinely holds you over until the next meal. High in fibre too.
How is chana dal different from moong dal namkeen?
Chana dal is thicker, denser and crunchier than moong dal. The chickpea has a heartier, more substantial texture and a more pronounced earthy flavour. The masala in chana dal namkeen is also slightly more assertive. Overall a more substantial snack – you eat fewer pieces but feel more satisfied.
Is it high in protein?
Yes. Split chickpeas are naturally very high in protein and dietary fibre – higher than almost any other snack base ingredient. If you are looking for a snack that genuinely keeps you satisfied rather than just providing empty calories, chana dal is one of the better traditional Indian options.
| Product Name | Chana Dal Namkeen - Medium Spiced |
| Style | Traditional, Medium Spiced |
| Net Weight | 200g |
| Shelf Life | 3 months sealed |
| After Opening | Consume within 3 weeks |
| Storage | Cool dry place. |
| Oil Used | Pure Groundnut Oil - no palm oil |
| Preservatives | None |
| Artificial Colours | None |
| Spice Level | Medium |
| Main Ingredient | Split chickpeas soaked overnight |
| Made By | Banarasi women artisans, Varanasi, UP |
| Packaging | Sealed food-grade pack |
Sourced from Varanasi and UP farms. No synthetic additives, no hidden chemicals.
Split Chana Dal (Chickpeas)
UP
Soaked overnight for full rehydration. Dense, chunky, high protein.
Masala Blend
In-house
Red chilli, chaat masala and salt applied after frying. Medium spice.
Salt
Food grade
Balanced seasoning.
Pure Groundnut Oil
India
Clean, neutral. No palm oil.
With Chai
The most natural pairing. Namkeen and evening chai - always.
On Poha and Upma
Sprinkle on top for instant crunch and flavour contrast.
In Bhel Puri
A key ingredient in homemade bhel. Adds the right crunch.
Party Snack Bowl
Mix with other namkeen for an instant party snack bowl.
As a Topping
Crumble over chaat, dahi aloo or salads for texture.
Travel and Office
Light, non-messy, satisfying. A great desk snack.
Pro tip
Soak a handful of chana dal namkeen in water for 5 minutes and toss with onion, tomato, chilli and lemon juice for an instant chaat. The softened dal is excellent in this format.
Storage tip
Store in a cool dry place. Keep the pack sealed tightly after opening. Consume within 3 weeks of opening for best crunch. Do not store in the fridge - moisture will make namkeen lose crispness.
Chana Dal Namkeen is the most filling product in our namkeen range. The overnight soaking step is what most commercial producers skip because it adds time - but it is what gives properly made chana dal its characteristic dense satisfying crunch. Split chickpeas soaked overnight, dried and fried fresh in pure groundnut oil. High protein, high fibre. One handful keeps you going significantly longer than any potato-based snack.
| What we are comparing | Salteen | Typical commercial brand |
|---|---|---|
| Soaking process | Soaked overnight for proper rehydration. Dense satisfying crunch as a result. | Often inadequately soaked. Crunch inconsistent, flavour less developed. |
| Oil or fat used | Kacchi ghani cold-pressed mustard oil or pure groundnut oil. Own farm, Varanasi. | Refined oil, mixed oils or palm oil. Source rarely disclosed. |
| Preservatives | Zero. None at all. | Sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate or similar synthetic preservatives. |
| Who makes it | Banarasi women artisans in Varanasi, UP. Small batches every season. | Factory workers, often outside the region named on the label. |
| Artificial colour | None. Colour comes from natural ingredients only. | Often added for visual consistency across batches. |
| Batch size | Small seasonal batches. Made fresh every year. | Mass-produced year-round from pre-processed or stored base material. |
| Satisfaction guarantee | Order not right? Full replacement or refund within 7 days. No questions. | Varies - many brands do not offer returns on food products. |
Small batch, every season
Fresh every season when ingredients are at their best. Not from a warehouse sitting for months.
Women-made in Varanasi
Every product prepared by Banarasi women artisans. Not a marketing point - just the truth.
100% satisfaction guarantee
Order not right? Contact within 7 days. Full replacement or refund, no questions.
Made in Varanasi. Delivered across India. Traditional hands, modern logistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
THE PROCESS
Chana Dal Namkeen — The Chunky Crunch
Split chickpeas soaked, spiced and fried. The most satisfying namkeen crunch there is.
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Soak Chana Dal
Split chickpeas soaked overnight for full rehydration
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Drain & Dry
Thoroughly drained and sun-dried before frying
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Fry in Groundnut Oil
Fried in pure groundnut oil in small batches for deep golden colour
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Spice While Hot
Masala blend of red chilli, salt and chaat masala applied hot
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Cool & Pack
Fully cooled before sealing for maximum crunch retention
Loved by Families Across India
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Chana Dal Namkeen | Crunchy Spiced Snack – 200 gms
