Lemon Rice 2

A tangy and aromatic South Indian dish made with rice, lemon juice, and tempered spices for a refreshing and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

1. Rice – 1 cup
2. Oil – 2 tbsp
3. Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
4. Urad dal – 1 tsp
5. Chana dal – 1 tsp
6. Cashews – a handful
7. Raisins – a handful
8. Turmeric – a pinch
9. Mixed vegetables – 1 cup (optional)
10. Lemon – 1

Instructions

1. Cook the Rice

   • Wash the rice and cook until soft but not mushy.
   • Spread on a plate to cool slightly so the grains remain separate.

2. Prepare the Tempering

   • Heat oil in a pan.
   • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add urad dal and chana dal; sauté until golden brown.
   • Add cashews and raisins; fry until cashews are golden and raisins puff up.
   • Add a pinch of turmeric and stir well.
   • If using vegetables, add them now and sauté until cooked.

3. Mix and Flavor

   • Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix gently to combine.
   • Squeeze the lemon and pour the juice over the rice.
   • Stir lightly so the lemon flavor spreads evenly without breaking the grains.

4. Serve

   • Serve hot with papad or curd for a light and zesty meal.