Tahari is a traditional Indian rice dish flavored with vegetables (such as peas, cauliflower, or potatoes) and spices. In this version, we use millet, an ancient grain with a long, rich history in Indian cuisine. Millet is exceptionally sustainable, as it has some of the lowest water requirements of many grain crops and is able to tolerate extremes of heat and drought. To complete your meal, serve the Millet Tahari alongside the Garlic Spiced Salmon with Kachumber and a Red Lentil Dal.
1 cup millet
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon canola oil
¾ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon garam masala
1 cup frozen peas
An Oldways recipe and photo, created in partnership with the Global Salmon Initiative