Millet Curd Rice Recipe

Overview

Millet Curd Rice is a nutritious twist on the classic curd rice. It combines millet with curd (yogurt) to create a dish that’s not only tasty but also packed with health benefits. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish!

Cook Time

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• Millet: 1 cup (any variety such as pearl millet, finger millet, or foxtail millet)
• Curd (Yogurt): 1 cup
• Water: 2 cups (for cooking millet)
• Salt: to taste
• Mustard Seeds: 1 teaspoon
• Cumin Seeds: 1 teaspoon
• Green Chilies: 2, finely chopped
• Ginger: 1 inch, grated
• Curry Leaves: 8-10 leaves
• Chopped Coriander Leaves: 2 tablespoons
• Chopped Cilantro (Coriander Leaves): for garnish
• Oil: 1 tablespoon
• Optional: 1/4 cup grated carrots, 1/4 cup chopped cucumber

Method

1. Cook the Millet:
   • Rinse the millet thoroughly under running water.
   • In a saucepan, add the rinsed millet and 2 cups of water.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
   • Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the millet is tender and water is absorbed.
   • Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Tempering:
   • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
   • Add curry leaves and sauté for another 30 seconds.
3. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, mix the cooked millet with curd.
   • Add the prepared tempering to the millet and curd mixture.
   • Mix well. If desired, add grated carrots and chopped cucumber for extra crunch and nutrition.
   • Season with salt to taste.
4. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped cilantro.
   • Serve the millet curd rice warm or chilled.

Tips:

• You can adjust the consistency of the curd rice by adding more or less curd, depending on your preference.
• Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spices.

Enjoy this healthy and delicious millet curd rice as a nutritious meal option!