Lemon Rice with leftover rice

In a small frying pan, heat sesame oil.
Add mustard seeds

When they crackle add Chana dal

Saute till the dal turns golden.

Add peanuts and fry on low flame

Then add the red chilies, green chilies (chopped) and curry leaves.

Saut for a few seconds till the red chilies change colour.
Switch off the flame and add the asafoetida and turmeric powder. Add salt as required. Add less salt if leftover rice are with salt already Mix very well.

Now add the leftover cooked rice
Toss everything nicely.

Add lemon juice in the end and mix gently

Sprinkle little water and mix well. Toss everything together

Serve hot