Lemon Rice with Peas & Peanuts
Vibrant South Indian lemon rice — fragrant, tangy, and studded with roasted peanuts and peas. Ready in 15 minutes with cooked rice and a squeeze of citrus.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or basmati)
- 1 whole (juiced) lemon
- ¼ cup roasted unsalted peanuts
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 8 leaves curry leaves (or cilantro, chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add peanuts and toast 90 seconds until fragrant. Stir in turmeric and curry leaves, cook 30 seconds.
- 3
Add frozen peas and stir for 1 minute until they begin to thaw and soften.
- 4
Add cooked rice and break up any clumps with a spoon. Toss constantly for 2 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Pour lemon juice over rice, season with salt and pepper to taste, toss well.
- 6
Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- citrus juicer or fork
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