Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our selection of tangy and aromatic lemon rice recipes. From the classic lemon rice with scallions, a staple in many South Indian households, to the vibrant lemon pepper rice with a delightful blend of citrus and spice, our recipes offer a range of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Discover the secrets of creating fluffy and flavorful rice infused with the refreshing taste of lemon, complemented by the aromatic scallions or the zesty lemon pepper. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that both experienced cooks and beginners can effortlessly craft these delectable dishes.
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LEMON RICE
This easy recipe pleasantly proves you can dress up regular rice with a few simple additions. Best of all, it can simmer while you're preparing the rest of the meal. These delicately lemon-flavored grains go nicely with fish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring water, broth, lemon juice and butter to a boil. Stir in rice, basil and lemon zest. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Before serving, sprinkle with lemon-pepper.
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LEMON CHICKEN WITH RICE AND SCALLIONS
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in an ovenproof paella pan or large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste. Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining olive oil, the garlic and the scallions and cook, stirring, until softened, about 1 minute.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bring the broth to the boil in a medium-size saucepan. Add the rice to the garlic and scallions and stir for 30 seconds. Add the broth, wine and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt. Turn the heat to low and simmer slowly, stirring frequently, until most, but not all, of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Push the lemon slices down into the rice and lay the chicken over it. Bake, uncovered, until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and cover with a kitchen towel. Let stand for 10 minutes. Season the rice with additional salt if needed and pepper to taste. Top with the mint and parsley. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1002, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 92 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 56 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1637 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON RICE WITH SCALLIONS
Delicious side dish with fish from a local church cookbook. I used 1 good shake of dried parsley since my kids don't like the flecks. Tastes great!
Provided by Oolala
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat broth, salt, and garlic in a heavy saucepan to boiling.
- Stir in rice, cover, and simmer until liquid is gone; about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in the zest of one whole lemon and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Gently stir in butter and parsley (or dill).
- Season with pepper to taste and place in a serving bowl.
- Sprinkle scallions over top of rice and sprinkle with paprika if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.9, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 779.2, Carbohydrate 41.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 7.3
TOFU AND RICE WITH SCALLION OIL
The genius of this six-ingredient dish lies in the easy but mighty scallion oil. There are many ways to make scallion oil, ranging from merely pouring hot oil over scallions to more elaborate preparations involving a myriad of ingredients. This version adds fish sauce and a touch of sugar. The result is an umami-laden sauce that transforms a simple bowl of tofu and rice into an example of Vietnamese home cooking at its simplest and finest. You'll make more scallion oil than needed for this recipe. Refrigerate the leftover oil in an airtight container for up to five days and use it to dress grilled meats, roasted potatoes or vegetables.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut the tofu block crosswise into 6 equal segments, then cut the segments into 3 equal pieces to make 18 pieces. Press the tofu pieces between paper towels to dry them. Set aside.
- Add the scallions, fish sauce and sugar to a medium heatproof bowl and place the bowl next to the stove. Place a wire rack in a baking pan or sheet and place next to the stove as well.
- Add 2 1/2 inches of oil to a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan or high-walled cast-iron skillet set over medium-high heat. When the oil reaches 190 degrees F (see Cook's Note), ladle out 1/2 cup of oil and slowly pour over the scallion mixture; it should sizzle. Set aside the scallion oil while you fry the tofu.
- Heat the remaining oil in the saucepan to 375 degrees F. Add the tofu and fry until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the tofu to the wire rack-lined baking pan to drain.
- Divide the tofu among 2 to 3 bowls of rice. Stir the scallion oil to incorporate the oil with the scallions, then ladle generous spoonfuls over the tofu.
RICE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER, LEMON AND SCALLION
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the lemon rind and lemon juice in a large salad bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and add the salt and pepper. Set aside. Cut the cucumbers into half-moon slices, 1/2 inch thick. Add the cucumber slices and scallions to the lemon vinaigrette. Toss.
- Cook the rice in water according to the directions on the package. When tender but still firm, remove from heat. Place in a colander and chill briefly under cold running water until the rice is at room temperature. Drain well. Add the rice to the salad bowl. Toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 401, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 300 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
SCALLION RICE
Make and share this Scallion Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chele B
Categories Brown Rice
Time 45m
Yield 3 1/2 c, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place a medium-size pot with a lid over medium-high heat with about 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Add the rice to the pan and cook it for a minute, then add the chicken stock.
- Bring the liquids up to a bubble, then put the lid on the pot, reduce the heat and cook until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid, 40-45 minutes (18-20 minutes for white rice).
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in scallions.
- Alternately you can cook this in your rice cooker, according to cooking directions. I have to presoak brown rice. Just skip the browning, oil is optional, and add scallions at the end. Fluff and serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The flavor of your lemon rice will be greatly influenced by the quality of the ingredients you use. Choose fresh, flavorful lemons, and use a good quality basmati rice.
- Be careful not to overcook the rice: Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant. Cook the rice according to the package directions, or until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Let the rice cool slightly before adding the lemon juice: This will help to prevent the rice from becoming too sour.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, mint, or parsley, can add a lot of flavor to lemon rice. Add them just before serving.
- Experiment with different variations: There are many ways to customize lemon rice to your own taste. Try adding different vegetables, such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers. You can also add nuts, such as almonds or pistachios, or dried fruits, such as raisins or cranberries.
Conclusion:
Lemon rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With its bright, citrusy flavor, lemon rice is a perfect dish for summer gatherings or potlucks.
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