Is this recipe vegan?

Yes — just use plant-based oil or ghee alternatives. All ingredients are naturally vegan-friendly.

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Description:
This fragrant lemon rice is bright, fluffy, and lightly spiced — the perfect side dish for grilled meats, curries, or light vegetarian meals. Ready in under 30 minutes and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked rice (preferably cooled)

• Juice of 1 lemon (2–3 tbsp)

• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

• 2 tbsp oil or ghee

• 1 tsp mustard seeds

• ½ tsp cumin seeds (optional)

• 6–8 curry leaves (optional)

• 1–2 green chilies, sliced (or ¼ tsp red chili flakes)

• 1 tsp grated ginger (optional)

• ¼ tsp turmeric powder

• Salt to taste

• 2 tbsp roasted peanuts or cashews (optional)

• Fresh cilantro, for garnish