Flavorful Lemon Rice Recipe

 Welcome to GhoshCooks! Today, I’m excited to share a vibrant and tangy South Indian dish: Lemon Rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Let's dive into the recipe.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 teaspoon chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 2-3 green chilies, slit
• 1-2 dried red chilies
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
• Juice of 1 large lemon
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Rice:
• Ensure the rice is cooked and cooled to room temperature to prevent clumping. You can use leftover rice for this recipe.
2. Make the Tempering:
• Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
• Add urad dal and chana dal, and sauté until they turn golden brown.
• Add green chilies, dried red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
• Add turmeric powder and mix well.
3. Combine Rice and Tempering:
• Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix gently to coat the rice with the tempering.
• Add salt and mix well.
• Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice. Mix well to distribute the lemon flavor evenly.
4. Garnish and Serve:
• Garnish with roasted peanuts and chopped coriander leaves.
• Serve hot or at room temperature. Lemon Rice pairs well with papadum or a simple raita.

Enjoy your zesty and delicious Lemon Rice! Don’t forget to share your experience in the comments below and follow GhoshCooks for more amazing recipes.