Creamy Mexican Millet Medley
Discover a delightful twist to your traditional Mexican meals with this Creamy Mexican Millet Medley. This nourishing side dish brings the wholesome goodness of millet—a highly nutritious whole grain often overlooked in culinary creations—into the spotlight. Millet, with its unique creamy yet slightly crunchy texture when cooked, pairs perfectly with vibrant flavors of sautéed garlic, jalapeño, and juicy tomatoes. Enhanced with fragrant cumin and fresh cilantro, this dish is inviting and satisfying. Not only does it serve as a wonderful side to tacos, enchiladas, or burritos, but it also stands alone as a delightful vegetarian main dish for lunch or dinner. Embrace the opportunity to play with whole grains and entice your taste buds with this easy, flavorful recipe that's ready in under an hour!
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Servings
75
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Canola oil
2 tablespoons (none)
Garlic clove
1 (minced)
Millet
1 cup (rinsed and drained)
Yellow onion
1 small (finely diced)
Jalapeño
1 (seeded and minced)
Vegetable broth
2 cups (none)
Tomato paste
3 tablespoons (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
Cumin
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can (drained)
Fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat until shimmering.
2
Add the minced garlic, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant; be careful not to burn it.
3
Introduce the finely diced yellow onion and minced jalapeño to the pan, sautéing for 6 to 8 minutes until the onions are soft and golden.
4
Add the millet to the skillet, stirring to coat the grains with the oil and vegetables; fry for an additional 4 to 6 minutes until the millet turns golden.
5
Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the tomato paste, salt, cumin, and drained diced tomatoes. Stir everything together until well combined.
6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the millet is tender.
7
Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Fluff the cooked millet with a fork, then fold in the fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
2g
Protein
2.25g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Mexican Millet Medley?
It is a nourishing side dish or vegetarian main made with millet, garlic, jalapeño, and tomatoes.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, millet is a gluten-free grain, making this dish suitable for those on a gluten-free diet.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, it uses canola oil and vegetable broth, making it completely vegan and vegetarian.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 75 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 2g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 12.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each serving provides 2g of protein.
How much fiber does this recipe have?
This dish contains 2.25g of fiber per serving.
What are the main ingredients?
The main ingredients include millet, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, yellow onion, and jalapeño.
How should I prepare the millet?
The millet should be rinsed and drained before cooking.
What type of oil is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of canola oil.
How much garlic is needed?
You will need 1 minced garlic clove.
What kind of onion is used?
One small yellow onion, finely diced, is used for this recipe.
Is the dish spicy?
It contains one seeded and minced jalapeño for a bit of heat.
How much vegetable broth is required?
The recipe requires 2 cups of vegetable broth.
How much tomato paste is used?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of tomato paste.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The dish is seasoned with salt and 1/4 teaspoon of cumin.
What type of tomatoes are added?
One 14-ounce can of drained diced tomatoes is added to the medley.
Is there a fresh herb garnish?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro are folded in at the end.
How long should I sauté the onions and jalapeño?
Sauté them for 6 to 8 minutes until the onions are soft and golden.
Should I toast the millet?
Yes, fry the millet for 4 to 6 minutes until it turns golden before adding liquids.
How long does the millet need to simmer?
The millet should simmer for about 30 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
How long should the dish sit after cooking?
Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What is the best way to serve the millet?
Fluff the cooked millet with a fork before folding in the fresh cilantro.
What is the texture of the cooked millet?
Cooked millet has a unique creamy yet slightly crunchy texture.
What dishes go well with this millet medley?
It serves as a great side for tacos, enchiladas, or burritos.
Can this be served as a main dish?
Yes, it can stand alone as a delightful vegetarian main dish for lunch or dinner.
How long does the total process take?
The recipe is easy to follow and ready in under an hour.
Is millet a whole grain?
Yes, millet is a highly nutritious whole grain.
How do I prevent the garlic from burning?
Stir the minced garlic for only about 30 seconds until it is just fragrant.