LEMON BASMATI RICE

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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

4 Tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
1 c basmati rice
1 tsp whole cumin seeds
1/2 tsp whole black mustard seeds
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground tumeric
3-4 curry leaves (or 1 tsp lime zest)
1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt

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

Suraj Khushbu
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I love the bright lemon flavor of this rice. It's a perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Fridah Kanyiri
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This is my go-to recipe for lemon basmati rice. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Patrick Rudloff
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I've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great side dish for any meal.


asad bro
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I added some chopped cilantro to the rice and it gave it a nice fresh flavor.


Arix0n
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This recipe was easy to follow and the rice turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


Faizan ur Rahman
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The rice was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Nurul Afasr
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The lemon basmati rice was a bit too tangy for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Lenora Cousins
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jorge Carvajal
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor was subtle but noticeable.


Gizmo Marsha
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This 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.