Authentic South Indian Lemon RiceVeg

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In a bowl of cooked rice, add turmeric powder, salt, and a little oil. Mix well until the rice is evenly coated and set it aside.

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Heat a wide pan or kadai over medium heat and add oil.

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Add peanuts and roast them until they are golden brown.

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Add chana dal, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and chopped cashew nuts. Sauté until the mustard seeds begin to splatter and the ingredients are roasted.

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Stir in the red chillies, chopped green chillies, hing (asafoetida), and fresh curry leaves. Mix everything thoroughly.

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Add the pre-mixed rice into the kadai with the tempering. Toss everything together until well combined.

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Squeeze the juice of two lemons over the rice and mix well on low heat.

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Once finished, let the rice sit for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve warm as is, or alongside wafers or papad.