Lemon Rice Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
• 1/2 teaspoon chana dal (split chickpeas)
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
• 2-3 dried red chilies
• 10-12 curry leaves
• 1/4 cup peanuts
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (adjust to taste)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook Basmati Rice:
   • Wash basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 20-30 minutes. Cook the rice with the usual method (boiling or using a rice cooker) and set it aside to cool.
2. Prepare Tempering:
   • In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and asafoetida. Allow them to splutter.
3. Add Aromatics:
   • Add dried red chilies, curry leaves, and peanuts to the pan. Sauté until the peanuts are golden brown.
4. Add Turmeric:
   • Add turmeric powder to the tempering mixture. Stir well to coat the ingredients.
5. Mix with Rice:
   • Add the cooked and cooled basmati rice to the pan. Mix everything together, ensuring that the rice is evenly coated with the turmeric-infused tempering.
6. Add Lemon Juice:
   • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the rice. Adjust the quantity based on your taste preference. Mix well.
7. Season with Salt:
   • Add salt to taste. Stir to combine all the flavors.
8. Garnish:
   • Garnish the lemon rice with fresh coriander leaves if desired.
9. Serve:
   • Serve the tangy Lemon Rice on its own or with a side of yogurt, raita, or a pickle.

Enjoy your tangy Lemon Rice!