Add the lemon zest and turmeric and stir-fry for about 1 minute, until very fragrant. Add the rice and, using your spatula, mash and separate the grains over medium heat so the rice will heat evenly.
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and let it splutter. 2. Now add asafoetida, curry leaves, ginger, red chilli, chana dal and urad dal. Saute them well. 3. When the seeds begin to splutter, add ...