Daal, is a generic name, for the Indian legume. There is a family of various Indian legumes and each with a specific name, many et unknown to many in the western world. Daal, a staple to Indians of all caste and class, everyday meal, for the richest to the poorest, and is also widely popular to the world outside India. Like beans Daal takes a while to cook. Tadka, A unique style of Indian dish garnish, a finishing touch adds amazing simplicity to the dish and raises the dish to an unparalleled taste and authenticity to Indian flavor.