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Lemon Rice Chitranna Recipe

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LEMON RICE CHITRANNA Cook with Kushi
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Description

Lemon Rice Chitranna is a popular South Indian dish made of cooked rice with a tangy and spicy flavor. It is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick meal or as a great accompaniment to any main course.

Prep Time

The preparation time for Lemon Rice Chitranna is around 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cooking time for Lemon Rice Chitranna is around 20 minutes.

Ingredients

The ingredients required for Lemon Rice Chitranna are as follows:
  • 1 cup of cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon of urad dal
  • 1 teaspoon of chana dal
  • 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida powder
  • 10-12 curry leaves
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

The equipment required for Lemon Rice Chitranna are as follows:
  • A large mixing bowl
  • A kadhai or wok
  • A spatula

Method

Follow these steps to make Lemon Rice Chitranna:
  1. Take a kadhai or wok and heat 2 tablespoons of oil in it.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon of urad dal, and 1 teaspoon of chana dal to the heated oil.
  3. Once the mustard seeds start to splutter and the dals turn golden brown, add 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida powder to the mixture.
  4. Add 10-12 curry leaves and 2 chopped green chilies to the mixture.
  5. Stir for a few seconds and add 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts to the mixture.
  6. Saute the mixture for a few seconds and add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to it.
  7. Mix well and add salt to taste.
  8. Add 1 cup of cooked rice to the mixture and mix well.
  9. Stir the mixture for a few minutes and cook it on low flame for 5-6 minutes.
  10. Once the Lemon Rice Chitranna is cooked, turn off the flame.
  11. Your delicious Lemon Rice Chitranna is now ready to serve!

Notes

You can adjust the amount of green chilies according to your taste. You can also add grated coconut or cashews for extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition Info

The nutrition information per serving of Lemon Rice Chitranna is as follows:
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can use leftover rice as well to make Lemon Rice Chitranna.
  • Make sure to mix the lemon juice well in the mixture to evenly distribute the flavor.
  • Use a non-stick pan or kadhai to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  • Always use fresh curry leaves for the best flavor.

Enjoy your delicious Lemon Rice Chitranna with some papad and pickle for a satisfying meal!


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