Best 4 Nimbu Rice Rice With Indian Spices Cashews And Chiles Recipes

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Nimbu rice, also known as lemon rice, is a popular South Indian dish made with rice, lentils, spices, cashews, and chiles. This flavorful and tangy dish is a staple in many Indian households. The combination of spices and the tanginess of the lemon juice creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Nimbu rice can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it pairs well with a variety of curries and other Indian dishes. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, nimbu rice is a delightful dish that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CASHEW RICE WITH GOLDEN RAISINS



Cashew Rice with Golden Raisins image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups chicken stock
3 cups instant rice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cinnamon
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cashew halves and pieces
3/4 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients except cashews and raisins to a medium saucepan. Bring to full boil over medium-heat.
  • Remove from heat and let stand 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork and stir in cashews and raisins. Serve hot.

INDIAN STYLE BASMATI RICE



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This is a savory Indian style rice dish flavored with whole spices and fried onions. Soaking the basmati rice before cooking makes all the difference. Serve with your favorite Indian curry or dal (lentils). Make sure you warn people not to bite into the whole spices!

Provided by DHANO923

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
2 pods green cardamom
2 whole cloves
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 ½ cups water
1 small onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place rice into a bowl with enough water to cover. Set aside to soak for 20 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and cumin seed. Cook and stir for about a minute, then add the onion to the pot. Saute the onion until a rich golden brown, about 10 minutes. Drain the water from the rice, and stir into the pot. Cook and stir the rice for a few minutes, until lightly toasted. Add salt and water to the pot, and bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all of the water has been absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 393.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

INDIAN-STYLE RICE WITH CASHEWS, RAISINS AND TURMERIC



Indian-Style Rice with Cashews, Raisins and Turmeric image

A colorful, fragrant Indian-style rice. If desired, for presentation purposes, the rice can pressed into a lightly-oiled bowl, inverted and unmolded on to a decorative serving plate, and then garnished with fresh cilantro and slices of lime and tomato.

Provided by MICHELLE0011

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ cups basmati rice
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 ¼ (14 ounce) cans chicken stock
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 bay leaf
½ cup raisins
¾ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk, chicken stock, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, turmeric, bay leaf, raisins, and cashew halves. Bring to a boil, then cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 791.7 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

NIMBU KA CHAVAL (SAFFRON RICE WITH LIME)



Nimbu Ka Chaval (Saffron Rice With Lime) image

Adapted from Time-Life Foods of the World. Black mustard seeds are the same thing as brown mustard seeds. If you can't find them, you can use yellow ones, but the flavor will not be as strong. I listed the boiling water and the water used to cook the rice separately, for clarity. NOTE: you will need a casserole dish that is safe to use both in the oven and on the stovetop.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
1 1/4 cups boiling water, divided
4 cups water
2 cups basmati rice, rinsed (any long-grain rice may be used)
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 cup ghee (or butter)
20 whole cashews (unsalted)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 whole clove
1 tablespoon fresh green chili pepper, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh coriander, finely chopped (cilantro)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup freshly grated coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place saffron in a small bowl and pour 1/4 cup boiling water over it.
  • Let stand at least 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a heavy saucepan.
  • Add rice, stirring constantly to keep water at a boil.
  • Add 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Cook over moderate heat, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • Drain rice and set aside.
  • Heat butter or ghee in a heavy 3-4 quart casserole with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Add cashews, ginger, mustard seeds and clove.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until seeds begin to burst, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add remaining salt, chili pepper, rice, coriander, lime juice, coconut and remaining boiling water, stirring well.
  • Sprinkle saffron and the water it soaked in over the top.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Place lid on top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until rice has absorbed all liquid.
  • Fluff with a fork before serving.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality basmati rice for the best results.
  • Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help it cook evenly.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any impurities.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the rice to prevent it from sticking.
  • Add the spices and aromatics to the oil before adding the rice to infuse them with flavor.
  • Cook the rice on low heat and cover it tightly to prevent it from drying out.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to separate the grains.
  • Garnish the rice with fresh herbs, nuts, and seeds for extra flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Nimbu rice is a delicious and easy-to-make Indian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its fragrant spices, tangy citrus flavor, and crunchy cashews, this rice dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with your favorite Indian dishes, such as chicken tikka masala, lamb curry, or vegetable korma.

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