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Lemon rice is full of flavor and is a huge upgrade to plain rice. I received a specific request for this lemon rice recipe as the majority of my readers always mention how they prefer recipes that are quick and easy to prepare with ingredients already stored at home. I agree to be sent email.
In South Indian cuisine, lemon rice is popular for its simplicity and rich flavors which is a dish you can simply eat year-round. Lemon rice is essentially steamed rice that is mixed in with stir-fried spices and infused with fresh lemon juice. However, there are so many variations out there, but this South Indian version is the favorite in my household. It’s filled with cashew and peanuts that make it so amazing!
Ingredient Notes
Lemon Juice: Using freshly squeezed lemon juice is the main highlight of this dish.Spices: To add more flavor, I use plenty of spices which are turmeric, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, red chilli, green chilli, ginger and curry leaves.Nuts: This recipe uses peanuts and cashews for that extra crunch.
How to make lemon rice
Some more subtle changes I made to bring out the true authentic flavor and aroma is to use fresh turmeric root instead of the powder. The result is a tempting meal that is full of flavor in every bite. Check out my video for the lemon rice recipe in the recipe card.
Expert Tips
For true and authentic flavor, use fresh spices and freshly squeezed lemon juice.Try it with basmati rice like I did or with jasmine, sona masoori rice. An easy and simple rice dish such as this will come in handy on busy weekdays and also a perfect option for kids’ lunch boxes. Try it today and let me know how you like it.
If you love this nutty lemon rice recipe, why not try:
Vangi Bath - Brinjal RicePalak Rice - Instant Pot Spinach RiceInstant Pot Garlic RiceRice Pudding With Mango
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