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Lemon Rice

Lemon Rice is a popular South Indian dish made with cooked rice, flavored with lemon juice, turmeric, and tempered with mustard seeds and peanuts. It's a refreshing and easy-to-make dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  3. Add peanuts and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  4. Add slit green chilies and curry leaves, and sauté for a minute.
  5. Stir in turmeric powder and salt, then add the cooked rice.
  6. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Mix well before serving.

Tips

  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste.
  • You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
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