Fragrant Millet Pilaf Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Apr 26, 2006

This turned out wonderfully! What a nice change from rice. I enjoyed the combination of flavors, especially the addition of the orange rind. I didn't add the tomatoes, and didn't miss them...I will definitely be making this again.

—Kree

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 10, 2007

This is a good recipe for a change but not as exceptional as I expected based on the combination of ingredients. I agree with a previous reviewer that the orange and cinnamon overpower the saffron. If I make this again, I will not add my expensive saffron since I am not sure that it does anything for this dish. I took previous reviewers advice and only cooked the millet for 20 minutes instead of 30 minutes and the consistency was perfect.

—LovingFoodInNYC

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Jan 20, 2005

Great recipe. I threw everything into a casserole pan and baked it, instead of frying it. Came out very lovely.

—MAGGIELB

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Dec 10, 2004

Great recipe for millet, delicious and flavorful. Spice combo is awesome, they go together very harmoniously. I'll only cut a little on coriander. It's one of my favorite spices, but it can give a bitter aftertaste if overused.

—ZENBONE

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Nov 13, 2003

Wonderful recipe! All my guests loved it and several asked for the recipe. Aromatic, vegetarian, healthful - what could be better?!

—carenphilips

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Aug 13, 2007

This was just alright for me. I could have done without the orange and cinnamon - they completely covered up the wonderful flavor and fragrance of saffron. Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world, so why would you cover it up with stronger, cheap spices like orange and cinnamon? I also cooked the millet a LITTLE too long...I would suggest slightly under-cooking the millet before you combine with the tofu/wine mixture where it will complete it's cooking. Otherwise you end up with a slightly clumpy, slightly soggy mess that I got, but that was my fault. If I were to make this again, I'd omit the cinnamon and orange, and add annatto or achiote for color and light fragrance so as not to cover up the saffron.

—LORIKAE

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Apr 28, 2010

Good flavor, though it could have used a bit more of the spices - coriander, cinnamon, and saffron. Make sure you cook the millet until all water is absorbed or it will be mushy.

—BRG

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Oct 18, 2002

very tasty and very different!

—LMP211

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Nutrition

Calories
427 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
61.1 g
20%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
11.2 g
17%

Fiber
8.9 g
36%

Protein
17.7 g
35%

Sodium
603 mg
24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Fragrant Millet Pilaf

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 427
** Calories from Fat: 100

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 11.2g 17 %
** Saturated Fat 1.7g 8 %
** Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
** Sodium 603mg 24 %
** Potassium 651mg 18 %
** Total Carbohydrates 61.1g 20 %
** Dietary Fiber 8.9g 36 %
** Protein 17.7g 35 %
** Sugars 6.8g
** Vitamin A 19 %
** Vitamin C 29 %
** Calcium 54 %
** Iron 39 %
** Thiamin 42 %
** Niacin 60 %
** Vitamin B6 33 %
** Magnesium 43 %
** Folate 57 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.