Kodo Millet Vegetable Pulao
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Kodo millet
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil or ghee
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 1 small bell pepper (capsicum), diced
- 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Rinse and soak the Kodo millet: Rinse the Kodo millet thoroughly in cold water until
the water runs clear. Then, soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside. - Cook the Kodo millet: In a large saucepan, add 2 cups of water and the drained Kodo
millet. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 15-20
minutes, or until the millet is cooked and the water is absorbed. Once cooked, fluff the millet with a
fork and set it aside. - Prepare the vegetables: While the millet is cooking, heat oil or ghee in a large
skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter. - Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, ginger, and green chili to
the skillet. Sauté until the onions become translucent and aromatic. - Add the vegetables: Add the diced carrot, bell pepper, and green peas to the skillet.
Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften. - Season the pulao: Sprinkle turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt over the sautéed
vegetables. Mix well to coat the vegetables with the spices. - Combine with cooked millet: Add the cooked Kodo millet to the skillet with the sautéed
vegetables. Stir everything together gently to combine. Adjust salt and spices to taste. - Garnish and serve: Remove the pulao from heat. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for added flavor.
Note: This Kodo Millet Vegetable Pulao is not only delicious but also a
healthy and gluten-free alternative to traditional rice-based pulao. Enjoy!