Friday, August 3, 2012

Spiced Lemon Rice

I cannot believe it is August already. Where does the time go? This year has been very eventful for us. Our youngest turned 18 and suddenly we are on the brink of being empty nesters!  I know a lot of people dread this part of life, but we are really embracing it! I love seeing my kids become adults. I love hearing their opinions and seeing their choices. Each day they become more and more independent. I know I will always be close with the kids, no matter where life takes them. 


I have been working on preparing my daughter for the scary world of cooking gluten free for herself. I believe rice is a great place to start. I like to have a bowl of rice ready in my fridge whenever possible. It heats up quickly and  It goes great with just about anything.  I really enjoyed this spicy rice dish and will definitely be making this one more often. You could easily add some chicken or shrimp to this dish to make it the main event. 


Spiced Lemon Rice
adapted from The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen


2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 small onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, cut into thin rings, seeded if desired
2 cups cups long-grain white rice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup roasted almonds
3 cups water


Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and turmeric and cook, shaking pan, until mustard seeds pop, 1–2 minutes.
Add onion, garlic, and jalapeno and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 7 minutes. Add rice and stir to coat. Add  salt, and 3 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender, 20–25 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice and almonds. Cover and let stand off heat for 15 minutes. Fluff and serve!




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2 comments:

  1. My sister has become obsessed with this lemon rice she buys at costco. I have yet to try it, but if it look anything like yours it must be tasty. Great recipe. Have a wonderful weekend! ~ Ramona

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  2. Nice one. And if you want to get lemon aroma just add few lemon leaves if available.

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