Best 2 Mexican Millet Recipes

Mexican millet is a nutritious and versatile grain that can be used to create delicious and flavorful dishes. It has a mild, nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture, making it a great addition to a variety of recipes. With its high protein and fiber content, Mexican millet is a healthy and filling option for any meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a hearty and flavorful main course, there's sure to be a Mexican millet recipe that fits your needs.

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MEXICAN MILLET

Mexican Millet image

This is a great side dish to accompany any Mexican themed meal, and it's a nice change from rice (the side dish I make most often with Mexican food). Dare to be different sometimes! I always enjoy trying new WHOLE grains. Please, don't let the fact that millet is usually the number one ingredient in bird seed put you off. Millet is highly nutritious, non-glutinous and like buckwheat and quinoa, is not an acid forming food, so is soothing and easy to digest. When cooked, millet is soft, almost creamy with a bit of a crunch on the outside. Recipe adaped from Veganomicon, The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook! I believe original recipe called for fresh tomatoes instead of the canned

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup millet
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 cups vegetable broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and stir until just fragrant.
Add onions and jalapeno and fry until soft and golden, about 6-8 minutes.
Next, add the millet, and stir to coat the grains in the oil and vegetables. Fry until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes.
Pour in vegetable broth, then add tomato paste, salt, cumin and diced tomatoes, and stir to combine.
Bring to a boil, cover then lower the heat ti simmer for about 30 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat, and allow to sit covered for 10 more minutes.
Stir in cilantro, then fluff with a fork before serving.

CUBAN INSPIRED MILLET

Cuban Inspired Millet image

My Cuban suegra taught me how to make a sofrito. I used this same process (without tomatoes and plus a carrot) to enhance millet. Serve warm or cold.

Provided by asjlachuk

Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 carrot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup millet
2 cups vegetable broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste

Steps:

Blend carrot and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat; cook and stir carrot mixture, onion, and green bell pepper until softened, about 10 minutes. Add millet; stir until fragrant and toasted, about 3 minutes.
Pour vegetable broth into millet mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer until all the broth is absorbed and millet is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 123.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Tips:

Choose high-quality millet: Look for organic, non-GMO millet that is free of pesticides and herbicides.
Rinse the millet thoroughly: This will remove any dirt or debris and help to prevent the millet from becoming bitter.
Toast the millet before cooking: This will enhance the flavor and aroma of the millet.
Use a ratio of 1:2 millet to water: This will result in fluffy, cooked millet.
Cook the millet until it is tender and fluffy: This should take about 15-20 minutes.
Let the millet cool slightly before serving: This will help to prevent the millet from becoming gummy.

Conclusion:

Millet is a versatile and nutritious grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Millet is also a gluten-free grain, making it a good option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. The recipes in this article provide a variety of ways to enjoy millet, from breakfast to dinner. With its mild flavor and fluffy texture, millet is a great addition to any meal.