Lemon Rice Recipe
A quick South Indian lemon rice dish incorporates lemon juice, spices, nuts, and curry leaves for a flavorful side.
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Instructions
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Heat ghee in a saucepan; add mustard seeds and cook until they pop.
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Stir in nuts until golden, about one minute.
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Reduce heat, add chilies (if desired), curry leaves, and ginger; sauté for one minute until fragrant.
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Stir in turmeric and golden raisins, then reduce heat to low.
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Pour in lemon or lime juice and cook on low heat, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes until combined and flavorful.
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Season with salt to taste and remove from heat.
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Pour the mixture over cooked rice.
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Sprinkle half of the lemon or lime zest onto the rice, adding dried cranberries now if using.
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Gently toss the rice to evenly distribute the spice mix. Garnish with the remaining lemon zest just before serving warm or at room temperature.