Amaranth Dalia

Ingredients

• 60 g amaranth grain (rajgira), rinsed
• 150 ml water
• 80 ml low-fat milk or water
• 40 g carrot, finely diced
• 30 g green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tsp ghee
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped

Preparation

1. Rinse amaranth; soak 10 minutes, drain.
2. Heat ghee; crackle cumin, add turmeric.
3. Add carrot and peas; sauté 2 minutes.
4. Stir in amaranth, water, milk, and salt.
5. Simmer covered 18–22 minutes until soft and porridge-like, stirring occasionally.
6. Finish with coriander; rest 2 minutes and serve.