South Indian · Vegetarian
Lemon Rice.
Bright lemon rice with peanuts, turmeric, and curry leaves.
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A little context.
Contains peanuts. Fold the rice gently to keep grains intact.
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Lemon Rice
~35 minutes estimated. Contains peanuts. Fold the rice gently to keep grains intact.
US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.
Ingredients
Method
- 01
Rinse rice until the water is mostly clear, then drain well.
- 02
Cook the rice with the measured water and salt in a covered pot at a gentle simmer until absorbed. Turn off and rest, covered, before fluffing.
- 03
Spread cooked rice briefly to release steam.
- 04
Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds, and carefully add curry leaves and turmeric. Toss in rice and peanuts.
- 05
Remove from heat and fold in lemon juice, tasting before adding more.
Fresh coconut flecks
Add: 0.71 oz by weight fresh grated coconut
Toss the coconut through the rice with the tempering before the lemon juice. Warm briefly rather than browning it.
A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.Contains peanuts. Fold the rice gently to keep grains intact.
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