Lemon Rice
Lemon Rice is a vibrant and tangy rice dish popular in South Indian cuisine, known for its bright yellow color and refreshing lemon flavor. It is commonly served as a breakfast item, snack, or side dish, often accompanying dals or vegetable curries. The dish exemplifies the South Indian tradition of using simple, fresh ingredients to create flavorful and aromatic meals.
Ingredients
- cooked rice2 cups
- lemon juice2 tablespoons
- mustard seeds1 teaspoon
- urad dal (split black gram)1 teaspoon
- chana dal (split chickpeas)1 teaspoon
- green chili1-2, sliced
- turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon
- curry leaves8-10 leaves
- peanuts2 tablespoons
- oil2 tablespoons
- saltto taste
Method
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Originating from the southern states of India, Lemon Rice reflects the region’s use of tamarind, mustard seeds, and curry leaves in tempering, combined with the citrus influence brought by lemons, which are native to the Indian subcontinent. This dish has been a staple in traditional South Indian households for generations.
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