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Lemon Rice ( a Dish from Southern India )

Lemon Rice ( a Dish from Southern India ) Recipe

I have had this recipe for a long time now, so, I dont know where it comes from. But, I can describe it as unbelievably easy and unbelievably easy. I use dessicated coconut because that's what I have on hand usually. Also, you could omit the curry leaves and asafoetida if you are unable to find them or have them on hand. It will impact the taste, but the rice still would taste good.
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Cook Time 15 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Calories 369.1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooled cooked rice (using basmati rice would definitely be a plus)
  • 2 green chilies
  • 1 stalk curry leaf
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh coconut
  • 1/2 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon Urad Dal (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 -3 pinches asafoetida powder
  • salt
  • 1/2 lemon, juice of
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil, add seeds, and dal. Allow to splutter.
  • Add green chillies, curry leaves, onions, asafoetida
  • Cook till onions are light pink.
  • Add rice, turmeric, salt, lemon, coriander, coconut.
  • Stir gently till well mixed.
  • Cover and simmer till steaming hot.
  • Serve hot.

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Nutrition

Serving: 167gCalories: 369.1kcalCarbohydrates: 67.4gProtein: 6.4gFat: 8.4gSaturated Fat: 1.8gSodium: 6.8mgFiber: 2.8gSugar: 6.2g
Keyword < 15 Mins, Asian, Indian
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