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Lemon Rice Recipe Tarla Dalal

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Description

Lemon rice is a common dish in South Indian cuisine that is enjoyed as a snack or a side dish. This recipe is a Tarla Dalal classic that is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. The dish is made with basmati rice, lemon juice, and a few spices that add flavor and aroma to the dish.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal, as it only requires rinsing the rice and chopping the vegetables. The rice needs to be cooked before it is mixed with the lemon juice and spices.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes, which includes cooking the rice and sautéing the vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp urad dal
  • 1 tsp chana dal
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida
  • 2 green chillies, slit
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped capsicum
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons

Method

  1. Rinse the rice and cook it in a saucepan with 2 cups of water until it is fluffy and cooked.
  2. Heat the oil in a frying pan and add the mustard seeds, urad dal, and chana dal.
  3. When the mustard seeds start to splutter, add the asafoetida, green chillies, and curry leaves.
  4. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent.
  5. Add the chopped capsicum and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are cooked.
  6. Add the turmeric powder and salt to the vegetables and mix well.
  7. Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix well with the vegetables.
  8. Add the lemon juice to the pan and mix well.
  9. Turn off the heat and let the rice sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
  10. Serve the lemon rice hot with raita or any side dish of your choice.

Notes

  • You can add roasted peanuts or cashews to the rice for extra crunch.
  • You can also add grated coconut to the rice for extra flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste preference.
  • You can also use leftover rice to make this dish.

Nutrition Info

The nutrition information for this recipe is as follows:
  • Calories: 260
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Use a non-stick pan to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
  • You can add other vegetables like carrots, peas, or beans to the rice for added nutrition.
  • If you don't have fresh curry leaves, you can use dried curry leaves instead.
  • You can also add a pinch of sugar to the rice to balance the flavors.

Enjoy this delicious and easy lemon rice recipe from Tarla Dalal! It is the perfect dish to bring some warmth and flavor to your meal.


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