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Roasted Kolatha Dal – Traditionally Prepared Horsegram from Boudh, Odisha

Roasted Kolatha Dal – Traditionally Prepared Horsegram from Boudh, Odisha

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Discover the traditional taste of Roasted Kolatha Dal from Boudh, Odisha. Made from Kolatha, commonly known as Horse Gram, this roasted pulse reflects Odisha's long-standing food traditions and can be used in a variety of regional and everyday preparations.
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Kolatha, or Horse Gram, is a traditional pulse used across Odisha in home-style preparations. It is particularly associated with rustic dishes where its deep, earthy flavour complements rice, vegetables and traditional spices.

This version uses roasted Kolatha, giving the grain a distinctive roasted aroma and making it convenient for further preparation according to the recipe.

Kolatha has long been part of traditional Indian pulse-based diets and is valued as a versatile ingredient rather than simply an ordinary dal.

Why Choose It?

  • Traditional Odisha pulse
  • Roasted horse gram
  • Distinct earthy and nutty flavour
  • Suitable for traditional recipes
  • Versatile pantry ingredient
  • Vegetarian
  • Sourced from Boudh, Odisha
  • Associated with ORMAS/Boudh Fresh initiative

Sourced from villages in Boudh district, Odisha.

Produced and packed by Ramakrishna Producer Group, Pitambarpur, under the Boudh Fresh initiative supported by ORMAS.

From Grain to Roasted Kolatha

Cultivation → Harvesting → Drying → Threshing → Cleaning → Sorting → Roasting → Cooling → Packing

Horse gram is harvested after maturity and properly dried. The grains are separated from the crop, cleaned and sorted before undergoing roasting.

After roasting, the product is cooled and packed to preserve its characteristic flavour and quality.

Roasted Kolatha can be adapted to different traditional recipes. Depending on the preparation, it may be ground, crushed, cooked or combined with spices and other ingredients.

Popular Uses

  • Traditional Kolatha Dal
  • Kolatha-based soups
  • Odisha-style pulse preparations
  • Roasted pulse mixtures
  • Ground Kolatha preparations
  • Traditional chutney-style recipes
  • Rice accompaniments

For recipes requiring further cooking, cook thoroughly before consumption.

Store Roasted Kolatha Dal in a cool, dry and hygienic place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.

After opening:


  • Transfer to an airtight food-grade container.

  • Keep away from moisture and humidity.

  • Use only a clean and dry spoon.

  • Keep away from strong-smelling foods.

  • Close the container immediately after use.

  • Follow the Best Before information printed on the final package.

FAQs

Everything you need to know before purchasing this product.

💬 5 Questions Answered
  • Kolatha is the Odia name commonly used for Horse Gram, a traditional pulse consumed in Odisha and several other regions of India.
  • Unlike raw horse gram, this product undergoes roasting, which gives the grains a characteristic roasted aroma and earthy flavour before they are used in different preparations.
  • This product is associated with Boudh, Odisha, and Boudh Fresh, an ORMAS marketing initiative.
  • Yes. Kolatha is a regional name used for the pulse commonly known in English as Horse Gram.
  • Roasting does not automatically mean every preparation is ready to eat. Use the product according to the preparation instructions on the pack and cook further when the recipe requires it.