LEMON BASMATI RICE
This sounds so lovely. From "In Nirmala's Kitchen". Note about black mustard seed from gourmetsleuth.com: If you don't have black mustard seed you can substitute equal quantities of other varieties such as yellow mustard seed (larger and less pungent) OR Brown mustard seeds
Provided by Stacy Goodall
Categories Rice Sides
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In a large saucepan bring 5 cups of water to a boil with 2 T of oil or ghee. Add rice to boiling water and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain thoroughly, rinse with hot water and set aside.
- 2. Heat remaining oil or ghee in a large frying pan. Add the cumin and mustard seeds. When the seeds begin to pop, add the ginger, tumeric, and curry leave or lime zest. Cook for 1 minute stirring grequently. Add the cooked rice, then the lemon juice, and stir well.
- 3. Season to taste with salt and transfer to a bowl. Let cool completely before serving
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Suraj Khushbu
khushbusuraj81@yahoo.comI love the bright lemon flavor of this rice. It's a perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Fridah Kanyiri
kanyiri.f@gmail.comThis is my go-to recipe for lemon basmati rice. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.
Patrick Rudloff
patrickrudloff@hotmail.co.ukI've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great side dish for any meal.
asad bro
bro@gmail.comI added some chopped cilantro to the rice and it gave it a nice fresh flavor.
Arix0n
arix0n97@hotmail.frThis recipe was easy to follow and the rice turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.
Faizan ur Rahman
u@gmail.comThe rice was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.
Nurul Afasr
nurul@yahoo.comThe lemon basmati rice was a bit too tangy for my taste, but my husband loved it.
Lenora Cousins
lenora-c@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Jorge Carvajal
cj@gmail.comFollowed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor was subtle but noticeable.
Gizmo Marsha
gizmo-m54@hotmail.comThis lemon basmati rice was a hit at my dinner party! The bright lemon flavor and fluffy texture were a perfect complement to the grilled chicken and roasted vegetables.