Foxtail Millet Curd Rice

This millet curd rice recipe offers a wholesome dish featuring foxtail millet, yogurt, vegetables, and a flavorful tempering. It presents a delightful variation of the traditional South Indian curd rice and can be enjoyed as a main course or a delightful side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup foxtail millet
• 1/2 cup curd (yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon ghee
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup grated carrots
• 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
• A few curry leaves
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook Foxtail Millet:
   • Rinse the foxtail millet under running water. Cook it in a saucepan with 2 cups of water until it becomes soft and the water is absorbed. Let it cool.
2. Prepare Curd Mixture:
   • In a bowl, whisk the curd until smooth. Add milk and whisk again to get a creamy consistency.
3. Mix Foxtail Millet and Curd:
   • Once the foxtail millet has cooled down, mix it with the curd mixture. Ensure that the millet is well-coated with the curd mixture.
4. Prepare Tempering:
   • In a small pan, heat ghee. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, chopped green chilies, and curry leaves. Let them splutter and release their aroma.
5. Combine Tempering with Curd Rice:
   • Add the tempering to the foxtail millet and curd mixture. Mix well.
6. Add Vegetables:
   • Mix in grated carrots and finely chopped ginger. Adjust salt according to taste.
7. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish the foxtail millet curd rice with pomegranate seeds for a burst of freshness and color.
8. Refrigerate (Optional):
   • You can refrigerate the curd rice for a couple of hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
9. Serve Chilled:
   • Serve the foxtail millet curd rice chilled. It makes for a refreshing and nutritious meal.

Enjoy your Foxtail Millet Curd Rice – a healthy twist to the classic curd rice recipe!