Description
Lemon rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brightens any meal with its zesty lemon aroma and crunchy peanuts. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy grains of rice with the warm spice of turmeric and fragrant curry leaves, creating a delightful side or main course. Perfect for both casual lunches and festive gatherings, lemon rice is sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain basmati or jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 tablespoon curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon green chilies, chopped
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook in 2 cups of water until fluffy (about 15-20 minutes). Allow to cool.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them pop.
- Stir in curry leaves and green chilies, sauté for another minute. Add turmeric powder and mix well.
- Gently fold in the cooked rice, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and season with salt.
- Add roasted peanuts, mix gently to combine, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg