FOOD LIBRARY

Barnyard Millet Porridge

Ingredients

  • 80 g barnyard millet (sanwa), rinsed
  • 300 ml low-fat milk
  • 150 ml water
  • 1 tsp ghee
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
  • 1 tbsp roasted peanuts, lightly crushed

Preparation

  1. Dry-toast rinsed millet 2 minutes, then rinse again briefly.
  2. Heat ghee; crackle cumin and ginger.
  3. Add millet, turmeric, salt, water, and milk; bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cover and cook 12โ€“15 minutes until soft and porridge-like, stirring occasionally.
  5. Rest 2 minutes; adjust thickness with a splash of warm water if needed.
  6. Serve topped with coriander and crushed peanuts.