Lemon Rice or Chitranna is a traditional Karnataka rice delicacy . Its a kind of spiced rice simple to make and super tasty one. Its a life saver recipe for Lunch box.
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You can use any rice for it. Here i have used Basmati rice.
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First of all, we have to cook the rice. Heat some water , add enough Salt
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When it start to boil, Add Rice and cook it. Drain water and keep it aside
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In a pan heat Gingelly oil, add a teaspoon Mustard seeds. When it start to spurts, add Urad dal,
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When the colour of Urad dal start to change, Add Chana dal. saute it for some time
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Add Raw peanuts roast it for some time
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Next a pinch ofAsafoetida, Ginger chopped, Green chillies, Dry red chillies, Curry leaves
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Saute everything for some more seconds
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Add Turmeric powder and mix well
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Finally add Lemon Juice and mix well
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We will finish the recipe by Mixing cooked rice to the pan and combine everything well, Lemon rice is ready. Best with Curd, Papad
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Amelia
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Hi, I'm Amelia, a full-time food blogger, mother of 2 beautiful daughters and a lovely wife. I live in New Jersey with my family. Loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family.
