Are you in need of a fuss-free breakfast option after a hectic workweek filled with early morning Zoom meetings? Look no further than this delightful lemon rice recipe that will reinvigorate your mornings without the added effort.
Ingredients:
- Cooked rice
- Peanuts
- Oil
- Mustard seeds
- Urad dal (split black gram)
- Chana dal (split chickpeas)
- Fresh curry leaves
- Ginger
- Green chilies
- Red chili powder
- Asafoetida (Hing)
- Salt
- Turmeric
- Water
- Fresh lemon
Instructions:
- Begin by heating a tablespoon of oil in a pan. Once hot, add the peanuts and roast them until they turn a delightful golden brown. Set the roasted peanuts aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. When it’s heated, toss in the mustard seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Sauté them until they take on a golden hue.
- To this aromatic mix, add fresh curry leaves, finely chopped ginger, green chilies, and a pinch of red chili powder. Continue to sauté until the fragrance of ginger and curry leaves fills the air.
- Now, season the mixture with salt, turmeric, and a dash of asafoetida (hing). Stir well to combine all the flavours.
- Pour in three tablespoons of water, allowing it to meld with the spices. As the water evaporates, you’ll be left with a flavourful, slightly wet mixture.
- Add the pre-cooked rice to the pan and stir thoroughly. The rice will absorb the delectable flavours from the mixture.
- Squeeze the juice of a fresh lemon into the pan, adding a zesty twist to your lemon rice.
- Finally, garnish your breakfast creation with roasted peanuts for that perfect crunch.
And there you have it—your revitalising breakfast is ready to be served, bringing a burst of flavour to your mornings with minimal effort. Enjoy!
