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.
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
- 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.
- Add green chilies, asafoetida, curry leaves, and peanuts. Sauté for a few minutes.
- Stir in turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
- Add the cooked rice and mix gently to combine with the tempering.
- Turn off the heat and drizzle lemon juice over the rice. Mix well.
- 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