LEMON BASMATI RICE

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This sounds so lovely. From "In Nirmala's Kitchen". Note about black mustard seed from gourmetsleuth.com: If you don't have black mustard seed you can substitute equal quantities of other varieties such as yellow mustard seed (larger and less pungent) OR Brown mustard seeds

Provided by Stacy Goodall

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 Tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
1 c basmati rice
1 tsp whole cumin seeds
1/2 tsp whole black mustard seeds
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground tumeric
3-4 curry leaves (or 1 tsp lime zest)
1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan bring 5 cups of water to a boil with 2 T of oil or ghee. Add rice to boiling water and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain thoroughly, rinse with hot water and set aside.
  • 2. Heat remaining oil or ghee in a large frying pan. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. When the seeds begin to pop, add the ginger, tumeric, and curry leave or lime zest. Cook for 1 minute stirring grequently. Add the cooked rice, then the lemon juice, and stir well.
  • 3. Season to taste with salt and transfer to a bowl. Let cool completely before serving

Mominul Mominul
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This recipe is a great starting point for creating your own variations. I've added different vegetables and spices to it, and it's always delicious.


Rosben Pacatang
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I didn't have any fresh herbs on hand, so I used dried herbs instead. The dish still turned out great.


Nuru Namono
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The rice was a bit overcooked.


Mahliyo Aminbaeva
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This dish was a bit too lemony for my taste.


Md Hasen Khan
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The ingredients in this recipe are a bit pricey.


Richard May
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I would have liked the recipe to include more detailed instructions on how to cook the rice.


Siyam Bhuyian
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Bishop James Kiragu
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced.


Mourine Anyango
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Life Pain
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner.


Jezreel Okonkwo
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This rice is so fluffy and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Muiga Kevin
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I love the pop of color that the lemon zest adds to this dish.


Shah Badeen
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This dish is so versatile. I've served it with grilled chicken, fish, and vegetables. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


jimia Fahad
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Asif Buhiya
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The lemon and herbs really shine through in this dish. It's a great way to add some brightness to your weeknight meals.


Sandra Ajimoh
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Leafy BFB
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This lemon basmati rice was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were bright and refreshing, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.