SOUTH INDIAN-STYLE LEMON RICE

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Rice lightly flavored with lemon. This is a favorite Indian dish. It is especially popular with children (compare to American mac and cheese.) It is very simple to make. Our family often eats it on Sunday nights after church. I put the rice in the rice cooker and then when we get home I do the rest of the cooking. It takes about 10 minutes total. Serve with hard-boiled eggs.

Provided by rphel685

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 32m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups water
2 cups uncooked white rice
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup raw peanuts
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
4 green chile peppers, chopped
¼ cup lemon juice
15 fresh curry leaves
1 ½ teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add peanuts, turmeric, and mustard seeds; cook and stir until peanuts are browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Mix in green chile peppers, lemon juice, curry leaves, and salt.
  • Fold lemon juice mixture into the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 444.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

Gita Koirala
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I love the tangy flavor of this lemon rice. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


char sue ping
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This is the best lemon rice recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kai-Xuan Chai
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I love this lemon rice! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rehab jutt g Jutt g
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This lemon rice is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's light and refreshing, and it pairs well with a variety of dishes.


Amin Umer
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I've tried many lemon rice recipes and this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


GLADYS Buck
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This lemon rice is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the bright and tangy flavor of the lemon.


suman Handsome
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I made this lemon rice for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Leeanne Wegener
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This lemon rice is delicious! I love the tangy flavor of the lemon and the crunch of the peanuts. It's a great dish to serve with grilled chicken or fish.


Christina Teel
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I've been making this lemon rice recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks because it's so easy to make and everyone loves it.


Zeshan Malik
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This is my go-to recipe for lemon rice. It's so simple and quick to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the balance of flavors in this dish. The lemon is tangy and bright, the peanuts add a nice crunch, and the spices give it a warm and s


Pooja Pun magar
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I made this lemon rice for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I even had people asking me for the recipe. It's a great dish to take to a gathering because it's easy to transport and serve.


Mis Monni
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This lemon rice recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the tangy citrus flavor of the lemon and the crunch of the peanuts. I will definitely be making this again and again.