Easy Rice Sevai Recipe For A Light Meal Or Snack

By Devi Poojari

June 14, 2024

A gluten-free and vegan option, this South Indian preparation of rice sevai takes only a few minutes to throw together in a pan. Combine it with any kind of chutney or curry on the side to make a light meal during busy work days.

INGREDIENTS

½ packet rice sevai Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon chana dal Handful of peanuts 5-6 curry leaves 1 dried red chilli, broken 2 green chillies, chopped 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Salt, to taste

STEP 1

Soak the rice sevai in a bowl of hot water for 10 minutes before straining and setting aside.

STEP 2

Heat the oil in a large kadhai and temper the chillies, curry leaves, mustard seeds and chana dal.

STEP 3

Fry the peanuts with the tempering until they begin to change colour, before adding the turmeric and salt.

STEP 4

Toss the cooked rice sevai in the mixture and season with salt. Drizzle lemon juice and mix well. Serve warm.