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Onion Rice

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Onion Rice is a quick and flavorful South Indian rice dish made by sautéing onions with spices and mixing them with cooked rice. It’s a comforting and aromatic meal, perfect for using up leftover rice.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cooled or day-old)
  • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 6–8 curry leaves (optional)
  • 1–2 green chilies, slit or chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garam masala or black pepper (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; let them splutter.
  3. Add curry leaves and green chilies. Sauté for a few seconds.
  4. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown and slightly caramelized.
  5. Add ginger-garlic paste (if using) and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  6. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala or pepper. Stir well.
  7. Add salt and mix.
  8. Add the cooked rice and gently combine until the rice is evenly coated.
  9. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Turn off the heat.
  10. Garnish with coriander leaves and lemon juice if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use cooled, day-old rice to prevent sticking and clumping.
  • Adjust spice levels to suit your taste.
  • Add vegetables or nuts for variation and nutrition.
  • Ginger-garlic paste is optional but adds depth of flavor.
  • Great as a lunchbox meal or quick dinner option.

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