Karnataka-Style Millet Veggie Stir-Fry Recipe

About this recipe

A wholesome, flavorful millet and vegetable stir-fry infused with aromatic spices, perfect for a light and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 250 g Carrot
• 500g French Beans
• 20G Curry Leaves
• 250g Green Chilli
• - Red Chilli
• - Mustard Seeds
• 100G Peanuts
• 500 g Mille Kangni/Foxtail Millet
• 500 ml Water
• 1 kg Bell Peppers
• - Onion
• 250g Ginger
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100g Garam Masala
• 250g Coriander
• 10G Salt
• - Coconut Oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a pan, dry roast the foxtail millet on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until aromatic. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add the soaked millet, and cook on low flame with a lid for 10-12 minutes until fluffy. Turn off the heat and let it rest.
3. Step 3: Heat coconut oil in a large non-stick pan or kadhai. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
4. Step 4: Add cumin seeds, curry leaves, slit green chili, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add chopped onion and cook until translucent. Stir in the carrots, French beans, and capsicum. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but crisp.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well.
7. Step 7: Add the cooked millet to the pan, mix gently to combine with the vegetables, and cook for 2 more minutes to let the flavors meld.
8. Step 8: Adjust salt to taste, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and roasted peanuts, and serve warm.