Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Africa with this tantalizing Millet Salad. Millet, an ancient grain celebrated for its nutritional richness, takes center stage in this delightful dish. Accompanied by a symphony of sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, and a burst of tangy tomatoes, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors. A harmonious blend of herbs and spices, including the warmth of cumin, the vibrancy of cilantro, and a hint of zesty lemon, elevates this salad to a new level of deliciousness. Discover how to prepare this African Millet Salad with Corn and Peppers in our delectable recipe, along with three additional variations to suit your taste preferences. From a refreshing Vegan Millet Salad to a protein-packed Chicken Millet Salad, and a tantalizing Millet Tabbouleh Salad, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. Unleash your inner chef and embark on this flavorful adventure today!
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AFRICAN MILLET SALAD WITH CORN AND PEPPERS
Millet is an ancient African staple food, always served soft enough to eat with the fingers. In this recipe from "The New Whole Grains Cookbook", you infuse the grains with spices and aromatics before cooking for maximum flavor, and the sauteing step helps keep the grains separate. The brilliant golden millet can be replaced with quicker-cooking whole wheat couscous or even rice. The cooking time doesn't include chilling time.
Provided by FLKeysJen
Categories Vegan
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a two quart saucepan with tight-fitting lid, heat one tablespoon of the olive oil, then saute the onion over medium heat until very golden and soft. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for a minute, then add the paprika, black pepper, allspice and cayenne and cook for a minute more.
- Wash the millet quickly and drain.
- Add the millet to the pan and stir, coating the grains and cooking until hot to the touch.
- Add the water and salt and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover.
- Simmer on low for 20 minutes before checking for doneness. When all the liquid is absorbed and the grain is tender, cover and take the pan off the heat for 10 minutes to steam.
- Scrape the cooked millet into a bowl and cover, then let cool.
- Whisk the remaining two tablespoons olive oil with the lemon juice and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Stir the corn, bell pepper, tomato and parsley into the cooled millet mixture, then drizzle the dressing over it and stir to coat.
- Serve topped with the peanuts.
CREAMY CORN AND MILLET
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toast 2/3 cup millet in 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, 3 minutes. Add 2 cups water and 1 1/2 cups chicken broth and simmer, stirring, until creamy, 25 to 30 minutes. Grate 3 ears corn on a box grater and add to the pan; stir in 1 sliced scallion. Season with salt, pepper and sugar; top with more scallions.
BLACK BEAN AND MILLET SALAD
Millet a wonderful grain,that most think of as bird food. Millet is highly nutritious, non-glutinous and like buckwheat and quinoa, is not an acid forming food so is soothing and easy to digest. In fact, it is considered to be one of the least allergenic and most digestible grains available and it is a warming grain so will help to heat the body in cold or rainy seasons and climates. Millet is mildly sweet, nut-like flavor and contains many beneficial nutrients. It is nearly 15% protein, contains high amounts of fiber, B-complex vitamins including niacin, thiamin, and riboflavin, the essential amino acid methionine, lecithin, and some vitamin E. It is high in the minerals iron, magnesium, phosphorous, and potassium. So eat your millet! The seeds are also rich in phytochemicals, including Phytic acid, which is believed to lower cholesterol, and Phytate, which is associated with reduced cancer risk.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook the millet in 2 cups of water until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes. adding more hot water if needed. Fluff with fork and allow to steam and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine millet, black beans, tomatoes, pepper, cucumber and onion.
- Mix all dressing ingredients until well blended and pour over the salad, tossing to blend.
- Cover and refrigerate until the salad is well chilled.
- Serve on lettuce leaves or stuff into pita bread or wrap in a tortilla.
CURRIED MILLET, SHIITAKE, AND CORN SALAD RESTEY
Provided by Mark Restey
Categories Mushroom Onion Vegetarian High Fiber Curry Corn Winter Healthy Gourmet Pennsylvania
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat and cook millet, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes, or until it makes popping sounds and begins to turn golden. Remove skillet from heat.
- In a small saucepan bring water to a boil and stir in millet. Cook millet, covered, over low heat 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Transfer millet to a large bowl and fluff with a fork.
- In cleaned skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté onion, stirring, until softened. Add shiitake and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add corn and cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Still in curry powder, soy sauce, vinegar, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste and add to millet.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. If possible, use organic produce.
- Don't overcook the millet. Millet should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked millet will be mushy and unappetizing.
- Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make the salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat. Some good options include:
- Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers
- Chopped tomatoes
- Sliced cucumber
- Chopped cilantro or parsley
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make African millet salad. Feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.
Conclusion:
African millet salad is a healthy and delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe, give African millet salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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