Description
Bright and zesty, this Lemon Rice Side Dish bursts with flavor, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal. Easy to prepare and refreshing, it’s sure to delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- Juice and zest of 2-3 fresh lemons
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 10 fresh curry leaves
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on the counter. Ensure your cooked rice is cold (day-old rice works best).
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Allow it to heat before adding spices.
- Add Mustard and Cumin Seeds: Once the oil is shimmering, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Sauté for about 1 minute until they begin to pop.
- Mix in Curry Leaves: Add the curry leaves to the skillet and let them sizzle for another minute to release their aroma.
- Incorporate Cooked Rice: Gently fold in the cooked rice along with lemon juice and zest. Stir well, ensuring every grain is coated in flavor. Heat through for about 5 minutes while stirring continuously.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the Lemon Rice before serving it warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Helpful Notes: Rinse rice before cooking to remove excess starch, preventing gumminess. Fresh lemon juice enhances flavor; opt for real lemons when possible. For added spice, consider incorporating red pepper flakes.