Lemon Pulihora (Indian Lemon Rice)

Lemon Pulihora is a popular dish from the South Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is often prepared during festivals and special occasions.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Lemon Pulihora (Indian Lemon Rice)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Tempering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Rice Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Rice
• 4 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
• 2 sprig Curry Leaves
• 2 chopped Green Chilies
• 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
• 2 tablespoon Cashew Nuts
• 2 tablespoon Peanuts
• 1 tablespoon Chana Dal
• 1 tablespoon Urad Dal
• 1 pinch Asafoetida
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Oil
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Cook rice and allow it to cool.
2. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add chana dal, urad dal, cashew nuts, and peanuts.
3. Saute until they turn golden brown. Then add curry leaves, green chilies, ginger, and asafoetida.
4. Add turmeric powder and mix well.
5. Add the cooked rice and salt. Mix gently to combine all the ingredients.
6. Squeeze lemon juice over the rice and mix well.
7. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Serve hot with raita or pickle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.