lemon rice recipe-How did you make this

 Lemon rice is a popular South Indian dish that is tangy, flavorful, and easy to make. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and add some zing to your meal. Here is a simple and delicious recipe for lemon rice that serves 4 people.


Ingredients:


2 cups cooked rice

2 tablespoons oil

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1/4 teaspoon asafetida (hing)

1 teaspoon urad dal

1 teaspoon chana dal

2-3 dried red chilies

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

Salt to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves

Instructions:


Start by cooking the rice. You can use leftover rice or cook a fresh batch according to the package instructions. Once the rice is cooked, spread it out on a large plate to cool down.


Heat sweet oil in a large pan on low heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafetida. Let them sizzle for a few seconds.


Next, add the urad dal, chana dal, and dried red chilies to the pan. Stir well and let them cook until the dals turn golden brown.


Add the turmeric powder and salt to the pan and mix well.


Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir gently to combine with the tempering. Make sure the rice is coated well with the spices.


Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice to the pan. Mix well to combine.


Garnish with finely chopped coriander and serve hot.


Tips:


You can add peanuts or cashews to the tempering for some extra crunch and flavor.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste. You can add more or less depending on how tangy you like your rice.

Make sure the rice is completely cooled down before adding it to the pan. Hot rice can turn mushy when mixed with the tempering.

Lemon rice is a great way to use up leftover rice, but you can also make a fresh batch just for this dish. Use long-grain rice for best results.

This dish can be served on its own or as a side dish with some curry or grilled meat.

Variations:


You can add some grated coconut to the tempering for a slightly sweet and nutty flavor.

Add some curry leaves to the tempering for an extra layer of flavor.

You can also add some grated ginger or garlic to the tempering for some extra zing.

For a spicier version, you can add some chopped green chilies or red chili powder to the tempering.

You can also add some vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers to the rice for a more filling meal. Just sauté the veggies with the tempering before adding the rice.

To make it a complete meal, you can serve lemon rice with some raita (yogurt dip), papadum (crispy Indian flatbread), or pickle.

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