Lemon Rice is one of those dishes that never fails to impress. It’s tangy, refreshing, and so simple to make!
This is a dish that reminds me of busy mornings at home—when we needed a quick yet satisfying meal before heading out for the day. My mom would whip up a fresh batch in no time, filling the kitchen with the citrusy aroma of lemons and the nuttiness of roasted peanuts.
And let’s be honest, this is one of those comfort foods that tastes just as good when packed for lunch or even eaten straight from the pan!
So, today, I’m sharing this super easy and delicious Lemon Rice recipe. Let’s get started!
Lemon Rice
Ingredients
Instructions
Prep Work
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Prepare the Rice
Take cooked rice in a wide bowl. Add turmeric powder, salt, and a little oil. Mix well and set aside.
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Chop the Chilies
Chop the green chilies.
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Prepare Lemon Juice
Squeeze fresh lemon juice and keep it ready.
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Gather Tempering Ingredients
Gather all the tempering ingredients, so they’re handy while cooking.
Method
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Roast Peanuts
Heat oil in a pan and roast the peanuts until they turn golden brown.
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Sauté Dals & Nuts
Add chana dal, urad dal, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and cashew nuts. Mix and sauté till they are nicely roasted.
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Add Chilies & Curry Leaves
Drop in the red chilies, green chilies, asafoetida powder, and curry leaves. Cook until the rawness of the green chilies and curry leaves is gone.
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Add Seasoned Rice
Now, gently add the seasoned rice to the pan.
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Stir on Low Heat
Keep the flame low and mix everything well.
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Add Lemon Juice
Finally, squeeze in the lemon juice and give it all a nice mix.
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Rest the Rice
Turn off the stove and let the rice sit for about 30 minutes before serving (if you can resist!).
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 600mg25%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 8g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
