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Lemon Rice Recipe ( Microwave)

Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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With a holistic flavour that combines spice and tang, this rice does not need any complex accompaniments – just a papad or some crispy potato wafers would do!
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Preparation Time
5 Mins
Cooking Time
4 Mins
Total Time
9 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp ghee
1 tsp oil
1 tsp urad dal (split black lentils)
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/2 tbsp finely chopped curry leaves (kadi patta)
1 tbsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
salt to taste
For The Garnish
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
Method
- Sprinkle a little water at step 4, if the rice becomes dry.
- Combine the ghee and oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Add the urad dal, mustard seeds and asafetida, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
- Add the curry leaves, green chillies and turmeric powder, mix well and microwave on high for 1 minute.
- Add the rice, lemon juice, salt along with 1½ tbsp of water, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Serve immediately garnished with coriander.
Lemon Rice Recipe ( Microwave) recipe with step by step photos
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 136 cal |
Protein | 2.1 g |
Carbohydrates | 21.4 g |
Fiber | 1.3 g |
Fat | 4.6 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 2.4 mg |
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Asari
March 13, 2025, midnight
Quick and instant recipe.. made in a microwave.. Lemon rice is really great in taste.. its tangy.. and mildly spiced.. This is a must try recipe..

kiran
March 13, 2025, midnight

kiran
March 13, 2025, midnight