Lemon Rice Recipe
Make Lemon Rice Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning and Spices
For Tempering
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
Preparing the Tempering
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a frying pan, heat the oil (vegetable or ghee) over medium heat.
- 4
Add Seeds and Spices
Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil. Once they start to splutter, add the chopped green chilies and curry leaves. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
- 5
Add Peanuts
If using, add the peanuts to the pan and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 2 minutes.
Mixing Everything Together
- 6
- 7
Season the Rice
Add turmeric powder, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the rice. Mix well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the lemon rice to a serving dish, garnish with chopped coriander leaves, and serve warm.
