Low Sodium Vegan Lemon Rice

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time25 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the rice

1 ½ cups basmati rice
Lundberg Essences Organic California Rice White Basmati - 32 Oz Lundberg Family Farms California White Basmati Gourmet Rice, 32oz Mahatma Extra Long Grain Basmati Rice Bag - 2 lb Ralston Family Farms Rice White Basmati - 24 OZ Royal Basmati White Rice - 5 Lb
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2 ¼ cups water
½ tsp salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp ground turmeric

For the tadka

2 tbsp neutral oil (such as sunflower oil or canola oil)
1 tsp black mustard seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 dried red chili, broken in half
10–12 fresh curry leaves
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
1 green chili, thinly sliced (optional)
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⅓ cup raw peanuts
¼ tsp ground turmeric
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
1 tsp lemon zest
salt, to taste
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.

For serving

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the rinsed basmati rice, water, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp turmeric in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and cook for 15 minutes, until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let the rice steam, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork, then spread the rice out on a large plate or sheet pan to cool slightly and prevent clumping.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat until shimmering. Add the peanuts and cook, stirring frequently, for 3–4 minutes, until golden and fragrant — watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer the peanuts to a small bowl and set aside.

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