Millet and Vegetable Pilaf

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast the millet

   • Place a medium pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
   • Add the rinsed and drained millet to the dry pot.
   • Toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the grains are fragrant and a shade darker. This step adds a nutty flavor.
   • Remove the millet from the pot and set aside.
2. 2

   Sauté the vegetables

   • Return the pot to medium heat and add the olive oil.
   • Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
   • Add the diced carrots and cook for another 3 minutes.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
3. 3

   Cook the pilaf

   • Return the toasted millet to the pot with the vegetables.