Chitrannam is Karnataka version of Lemon rice. This recipe is made with potatoes, lots of peanuts and lemon juice. Perfect dish to pack for picnics or lunch.
Chitrannam is Karnataka version of Lemon rice. This recipe is made with potatoes, lots of peanuts and lemon juice. Perfect dish to pack for picnics or lunch.It was my daughter's birthday few days back and I wanted to make something special for her. Lemon rice, tamarind rice are usually made for birthdays, festivals and special occasions. So I made this Karnataka style Lemon rice called Chitrannam.
Chitrannam:
Lemon rice is made all around South India. They are all basically rice flavored with spices and lots of lemon juice. There might be slight variations from one state to the other. It is called Nimmakaya (lemon) Pulihora in Andhra. Traditionally veggies are not added to pulihora.
But I have seen Chitranna recipes that include veggies in the dish. This lemon rice aka Chitranna recipe is from Indira's blog.
Kid Friendly Pulihora:
Both my kids love peanuts and potatoes. So this lemon rice with both the favorite ingredients is just perfect. I load up the dish with peanuts and potatoes, so they get at least one peanut and a piece of potato in each and every bite.
Other Veggie Options for Chitrannam:
Other veggies like chopped eggplant and grated carrot can be substituted for potato. Steamed broccoli and cauliflower can also be added. Sauteed Frozen mixed vegetables add color and nutrients to the rice.
Picnic & Lunchbox Friendly too:
This is a simple and tasty dish that is great to serve for guests. It is also perfect to pack up for picnics and in lunchboxes.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice
- 1 Medium Potato, peeled anc ubed
- 2 ~ 3 Green Chilies, slit
- 8 ~ 10 Curry Leaves
- 3 tbsps Lemon/ Lime juice
- 3 tbsps Peanuts
- 2 tbsps Cashews
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- to taste Salt
For Tempering:
- 1 tbsp Chana dal
- 1 tbsp Urad dal
- 1 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 2 ~ 3 Dry red chili
- As needed Majjiga Mirapakayalu - for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rice with a few drops of oil, turmeric and salt. Make sure not to overcook the rice.
- Heat 2tbsp oil (or a combination of oil and ghee) in a pan; add the peanuts and cashews and fry till lightly golden. Remove onto a plate and set aside.
- In the same oil, add the tempering ingredients and saute till golden and the seeds start sputtering.
- Add curry leaves, green chilies, potatoes and cook till they are tender. I usually microwave the potatoes to make the cooking part faster.
- Once the potatoes are done, add it to the rice along with the roasted peanuts and cashews. Add lemon juice and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasonings accordingly. Serve with fried majjiga mirapakayalu.
Veena Theagarajan
wow! What a tempting presentation.. I can have this anytime
Sapana Behl
Chitranna looks so delicious and the whole set up is mind blowing.
Usha Rao
Third picture is beautiful and love that plate. Chitrannam is mouthwatering, just like lemon rice.
Kalyani
Happy belated wishes to ur lil princess 🙂 time surely flies...and that bowl of chitranna is soooo comforting ... make it often at home !
Priya Suresh
Both tangy chitranna and sweet aval asking me to have rite now, irresistible clicks there..
sneha datar
Tempting bowl of chitranna.
Harini-Jaya Rupanagudi
I love the addition of potatoes. I am sure the kids will have this without complaining 🙂 Lovely presentation.
Srivalli
Fantastic pictures Pavani, you make everything look so festive!..I am sure your kids enjoyed every bite of it..enjoyed knowing there were so many peanuts and potatoes..I won't mind munching the peanuts myself!...I have never added potato to lemon rice, sounds so interesting...must make it sometime!
Srividhya Gopalakrishnan
Great combo
Sandhiya
New combo to me.. Looks tempting ..
Gayathri's Cook Spot
This is new to me, adding potatoes to chitranna. My daughter would love this and the sweet aval looks so yum..
Nivedhanams Sowmya
that is such a delicious combo!!! loving the clicks as usual!!!
Global Tastes & Travels Inc.
rice looks so bright and inviting
Global Tastes & Travels Inc.
rice looks so bright and inviting