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Lemon Rice

Cultural Context

Lemon Rice, originating from South India, is a vibrant and tangy dish often enjoyed as a quick meal or during festive occasions. It showcases the region's love for rice and the use of fresh, zesty ingredients. Traditionally served with pickles or yogurt, this dish has gained popularity beyond India, with variations appearing in Indian restaurants worldwide.

IndianINmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 tablespoons urad dal
2 tablespoons chana dal
2 green chilies
10 curry leaves
1/2 cup peanuts
2 tablespoons ghee
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cilantro
1 medium onion

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

urad dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin seeds add a different flavor profile.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar tanginess.

1

Gather all ingredients including rice, lemon, and ghee.

2

Heat extra virgin oil in a kadhai until hot.

3

Add mustard seeds and wait for them to pop.

4

Add curry leaves and chopped onion, cooking until the onion is translucent.

5

Stir in urad dal and chana dal, cooking until golden.

6

Add turmeric and salt, mixing well.

7

Add the cooked rice to the mixture, folding it in gently.

8

Pour lemon juice over the rice and mix well to combine.

9

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Nimbu Chawal

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