Turmeric Lemon rice

Spring and bloom ,the time that brings in some delicious recipes to treat your taste buds with authentic Indian food. This traditional recipe of turmeric lemon rice is very easy to prepare and has refreshing flavours. It’s a great alternative to the plain rice that spices up the recipe and brings in great flavours without any hustle bustle.

Nutritional benefits:
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and is used to cure a cold and cough. Lemon is rich in vitamin C that boosts immunity and helps in blood pressure. The turmeric flavoured rice with a hint of lemon brings in a great taste and provides various health benefits.

Ingredients:

• 50 grams cooked rice
• 1 teaspoon oil
• ½ teaspoon mustard seed
• 1-2 curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 5 grams toasted peanuts
• ½ teaspoon red chilli
• 1 tablespoon chopped coriander
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Per Serving:

• Nutrition Info
• Amount
• Calories
• 131 kcal
• Carbs
• 14.6 grams
• Protein
• 2.6 grams
• Fats
• 7 grams

Method:

• Start by heating some oil in a skillet and add in mustard seeds to pop for a minute.
• Then add in curry leaves, turmeric, and red pepper flakes and reduce the heat for 1 minute more.
• Add in the toasted peanuts and lemon juice and stir it up.
• Mix in some rice and salt as per taste and cook for 2-3 minutes
• Garnish with chopped coriander and serve with veggies of choice.

Over to you:
Enjoy this delicious Indian food, which also serves as a perfect festive recipe with a dash of good herbs and spices.