Mauritanian Millet And Vegetable Stew

Mauritanian Millet and Vegetable Stew is a traditional dish from Mauritania that is hearty, nutritious, and full of flavor. This stew is a perfect combination of millet, vegetables, and aromatic spices, making it a comforting and satisfying meal.

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Mauritanian Millet And Vegetable Stew

Ingredients

  • 1 cup millet
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  2. Add the diced carrots, chopped tomatoes, and diced bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Rinse the millet under cold water and add it to the pot. Stir to combine with the vegetables.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the ground cumin and coriander. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the millet and vegetables are tender.
  6. Once cooked, adjust the seasoning if needed and serve the Mauritanian Millet and Vegetable Stew hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
8g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Cooking pot Cooking spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mauritanian Millet and Vegetable Stew with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy couscous.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can garnish the stew with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cost

$5