Kodo Millet Green Pulao Recipe | Healthy, Fluffy & Flavorful Millet Pulao
Product Used
Sidhya Kodo Millet
Preparation Time
15 mins + 8 hours soaking
Cooking Time
15 mins
Servings
3-4
Chef's Note
Since the Kodo Millet is soaked for 8 hours, use water in a 1:1 ratio to keep the pulao fluffy rather than mushy.
Ingredients
For the Kodo Millet Pulao
Ingredient
Quantity
Sidhya Kodo Millet
1 cup
Mint Leaves
½ cup
Coriander Leaves
½ cup
Cumin Seeds
1 tsp
Green Chillies
2–3
Cabbage, chopped
100 g
Capsicum, chopped
1
Green Beans, chopped
100 g
Oil
3 tsp
Water
1:1 ratio
Salt
As required
Homemade Kara Masala
1 tsp
For the Green Paste
Ingredient
Quantity
Coriander Leaves
½ cup
Mint Leaves
½ cup
Green Chillies
2–3
Water
As required
How to Cook
1. Soak the mille Wash 1 cup Kodo Millet well and soak it for 8 hours. Drain the water completely.
2. Blend coriander, mint and green chillies into a smooth paste.
3. Add 3 tsp oil to a kadai or pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. Add vegetable Add cabbage, capsicum and green beans. Sauté for 3–4 minutes.
5. Add the prepared green paste and sauté for 2–3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
6. Add 1 tsp homemade kara masala and required salt. Mix well.
7. Add the drained, soaked Kodo Millet and gently mix.
8. Add water in a 1:1 ratio and mix.
9. Cover and cook until the millet is soft and fluffy. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 1 whistle on medium flame, then allow the pressure to release naturally.
10. Gently fluff the millet with a fork and serve hot.
Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful Kodo Millet Green Pulao with your favorite raita, curry, or side dish.
Tip: Since the Kodo Millet is soaked for 8 hours, avoid adding excess water. This helps keep the pulao fluffy rather than mushy.
