Lemon Sevai

Bright, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, Lemon Sevai is a delightful South Indian rice vermicelli dish that can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. This quick and easy recipe features soft rice noodles tossed in a zesty combination of fresh lemon juice, aromatic lemon zest, and a vibrant tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and split dals. A touch of turmeric gives it a golden hue, while roasted peanuts add a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a light breakfast, snack, or side dish, Lemon Sevai is naturally gluten-free and pairs beautifully with yogurt or a tangy pickle. Garnished with fresh coriander, this simple yet enticing dish is a must-try for lovers of bold, citrusy flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Rice vermicelli
• 4 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Split urad dal (black gram)
• 1 teaspoon Chana dal (Bengal gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 pieces Green chili, slit
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Roasted peanuts
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water and then add the rice vermicelli.

Step 2

Boil the vermicelli for about 3-4 minutes until it is just cooked through. Do not overcook.

Step 3

Drain the vermicelli in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow it to drain completely.

Step 4

In a large pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 6

Add the split urad dal and chana dal. Fry them until they turn golden brown.

Step 7

Add the slit green chilies and curry leaves, sauté for a few seconds until the chilies are aromatic.

Step 8

Stir in the turmeric powder and mix well.

Step 9

Add the drained vermicelli to the pan and toss gently to combine with the tempered spices.

Step 10

Pour the lemon juice and lemon zest over the vermicelli, sprinkle the salt, and mix everything well, ensuring that the vermicelli is evenly coated.

Step 11

Add the roasted peanuts and give the sevai a gentle toss.

Step 12

Cook for another 2-3 minutes on low heat to let the flavors meld together.

Step 13

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 14

Serve the lemon sevai warm with yogurt or a pickle of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(354.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	647.7

Total Fat 39.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2868.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 3.7g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.7mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 478.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 39.2%