u003cbr/u003eSome dal can contain foreign contaminants like pebbles, glass or agricultural matter. To ensure the dal is safe to eat you should follow these steps:u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003eSort the dal:u003c/strongu003e Spread the dal out on a flat surface like a baking pan or cutting board with a gutter and remove any small stones, debris, or discolored lentils.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003eRinse the dal:u003c/strongu003e Rinse the sorted dal under running water 2-3 times or until the water runs clear. Use a mesh strainer or colander with holes smaller than the size of the dal to drain the water.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003eSoak the dal (optional):u003c/strongu003e Soaking for 30 minutes can help to soften the lentils and make them easier to cook. Drain the water after soaking.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003ePick through the dal:u003c/strongu003e Spread the rinsed and soaked dal on a flat surface and pick through it carefully with your fingers. Look for any foreign objects such as small stones, twigs, or pieces of dirt, and remove them.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003eRinse the dal again:u003c/strongu003e Rinse the picked dal under running water once more to remove any remaining debris or dust.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cstrongu003eDrain the dal:u003c/strongu003e Use a colander to drain the water from the dal and use as needed.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIt's important to note that picking through dal is essential to ensure that foreign contaminants are removed. Skipping this step could result in consuming foreign objects, which can be harmful to health.