🍛 Lemon Rice Recipe (South Indian Style)

 

🍛 Lemon Rice Recipe (South Indian Style)

Lemon Rice is a simple and flavorful South Indian dish made with cooked rice, lemon juice, peanuts, and aromatic spices. It’s perfect for lunchbox or quick meals.

📝 Ingredients

Cooked rice – 2 cups (cooled)

Oil – 2 tbsp

Mustard seeds – 1 tsp

Urad dal – 1 tsp

Chana dal – 1 tsp

Peanuts – 2 tbsp

Green chilli – 2 (slit)

Curry leaves – 10–12

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Salt – to taste

Lemon juice – 2 tbsp (adjust to taste)

Coriander leaves – for garnish

👩‍🍳 How to Make Lemon Rice

1. Heat oil in a pan. Add peanuts and fry until crunchy.

2. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Let them splutter.

3. Add green chillies, curry leaves, and turmeric powder.

4. Turn off the flame and add salt and lemon juice. Mix well.

5. Add cooked rice and gently mix until well combined.

6. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve with papad, pickle, or coconut chutney.

🌟 Tips

Always add lemon juice after turning off the flame to keep the flavor fresh.

Use sesame oil for authentic South Indian taste