Lemon Rice

  

      Third in the rice series is lemon rice. This is one of the most popular one amongst the variety of rice dishes I frequently make for my friends. An easy and quick to prepare and convenient to carry. A very refreshing and tasty lunch box dish. This dish always finds a place in valai kappu (baby shower) functions. Those who have not tried this must give it a try.

INGREDIENTS :

• Rice - 1 cup
• Lemon - 1
• Turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt to taste

FOR SEASONING :

• Oil - 1 1/2 teaspoon
• mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Curry leaves - A few
• Chana dal = 1/2 teaspoon
• Urad (white)- 1/4 teaspoon
• Green chillies - 3 nos
• Onion finely chopped - 1

METHOD: 

• Cook rice the usual way and let it cool. Leftover rice can be used.
• Squeeze the lemon juice, add salt and turmeric powder and mix them.
• Sprinkle the juice over the cold rice and mix gently taking care not to break the rice.
• Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds,chana urad dal and fry till the dal becomes golden brown.
  
• Now add curry leaves, onion and green chillies. Saute them till the onion is translucent. Lastly, add the rice adjust salt and toss around slowly keeping the flame low.
• Remove, sprinkle chopped coriander leaves and serve with papad.

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