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Fresh Homemade Recipe
Vegetarian
South Indian
Traditional South Indian Lemon Rice Classic
Zesty and vibrant South Indian rice tempered with mustard seeds, chana dal, peanuts, curry leaves, turmeric, and fresh lemon juice.
Total Time
20 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
3
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Cook basmati rice and spread flat on a tray to cool completely.
2
Heat sesame oil in a pan, roast peanuts and split bengal gram until golden brown.
3
Crackle mustard seeds, curry leaves, chopped green chilies, and asafoetida in the oil.
4
Turn off heat, stir in turmeric powder and salt, then mix in fresh lemon juice.
5
Gently fold the seasoned tempering into the cooled rice until evenly yellow and aromatic.
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