Ingredients for Lemon Rice With Dals
- Basmati Rice
- Masoor Dal
- Channa Dal
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- Cumin Seed
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Bay Leaves
- 3 cloves
- Cinnamon Sticks
- 10 curry leaves (approximately a handful)
- 1/4 cup cashew nuts
- Coriander Sprig
- Dried Parsley
- Fresh Lemon Rind
- 1 teaspoon salt
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How to Make Lemon Rice With Dals
- Soak 1/2 cup masoor dal and 1/4 cup chana dal in water for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
- Rinse 1 cup basmati rice and cook in 4-5 cups of water with 1 teaspoon salt until tender but firm (about 15-20 minutes).
- Just before draining the rice, stir in 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder.
- Drain the rice thoroughly and set aside.
- In a medium pot, combine the soaked masoor and chana dals with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the dals are soft (about 20-25 minutes).
- In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 bay leaves, 3 cloves, 1 small cinnamon stick, a handful of curry leaves (about 10), and 1/4 cup cashew nuts.
- Once the seeds begin to splutter, add 1 medium onion (finely chopped) and sauté until translucent.
- Add the cooked dals and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder. Stir well.
- Add the zest of 1 lemon to the dal mixture. Stir thoroughly.
- Gently fold the dal mixture into the cooked rice.
- In a small bowl, combine the juice of 2 lemons (about 1/2 cup), 1 teaspoon salt, and mix well.
- Pour the lemon juice mixture over the rice and dals, tossing gently to combine.
- Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley and coriander, and a few whole cashews. Serve hot.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
19g
Carbs
31g