Mint Chutney Jowar “Risotto”

I had some fresh mint chutney in the fridge and as it is best eaten within a couple days of making it, I devised this recipe inspired by classic rice dishes but made with jowar instead of rice. The chutney not only adds flavour but gives a saucy consistency, so that the result is like…

Jowar pulao with red pepper and ginger raita

Pulao accompanied with a yoghurt dip (raita) is a popular North Indian meal. Here we swap the usual basmati rice with high-protein jowar or sorghum, whose plump chewy grains somewhat resemble sabudano or sago pearls in appearance and texture but are much more nutritious. Feel free to try the recipe with other grains such as…