Lemon Rice (nimmakaya Pulihora)

Lemon Rice, also known as Nimmakaya Pulihora, is a popular South Indian rice dish that is bursting with tangy and zesty flavors. It is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner.

Lemon Rice (nimmakaya Pulihora)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chana dal (split chickpeas)
  • 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
  • 10-12 curry leaves
  • 1/4 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add chana dal and urad dal. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
  2. Add green chilies, asafoetida, curry leaves, and peanuts. Sauté for a few minutes.
  3. Stir in turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
  4. Add the cooked rice and mix gently to combine with the tempering.
  5. Turn off the heat and drizzle lemon juice over the rice. Mix well.
  6. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula Measuring spoons Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove Cooking pot

Serving suggestions

Serve the lemon rice with a side of yogurt or pickle for a delicious meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use leftover rice that has been cooled in the refrigerator for a few hours. This helps in achieving the perfect texture for lemon rice.

Cost

$5