Lemon Rice
Lemon Rice is a popular South Indian dish that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. This recipe is vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of carbohydrates and essential vitamins and minerals.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
120 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
23 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Lemon, juice
1.5 tbsp (22.5g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Urad Dal
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Chana Dal (Raw)
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Rice, raw, milled
0.25 cup (50g)
Instructions
Preparation
Cooking Rice:
Rinse rice, add it to a pot with water in a 2:1 ratio.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover with a lid, simmer for 18-20 minutes.
Turn off heat and let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Cooking Steps
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add cumin seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and dry red chili. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the dals turn golden brown.
Add turmeric powder and salt. Stir well.
Add the cooked white rice to the pan and mix well with the spices.
Turn off the heat and add the lemon juice. Mix well.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.