Cinnamon Free Cilantro-Lime Millet Pilaf with Turmeric
Total time40 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time25 min
4.6(15)
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4 servings
- 1 cup millet
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp lime zest
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the millet in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water, then shake off the excess water.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the millet and cook, stirring frequently, until the grains are dry and smell nutty, about 3–4 minutes.
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