Fried Millet with Mushrooms

Elevate your weeknight meals with this hearty and nutritious Fried Millet with Mushrooms recipe, a perfect blend of earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and fluffy millet. This one-pan dish transforms humble ingredients into a savory masterpiece, featuring golden-brown mushrooms sautéed with onions and soy sauce for a flavor-packed punch. The nutty, perfectly cooked millet is a wholesome alternative to rice or quinoa, providing a gluten-free base that’s both filling and delicious. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this quick 35-minute recipe is easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as a satisfying main course or a delightful side dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep, this dish is vegan-friendly (with optional butter for extra richness) and packed with nutrients.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup millet
• 2 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
• 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
• 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the millet under cold water using a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the millet, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the millet simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the millet with a fork and set aside.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil (and butter, if using) over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden brown and tender.

Step 8

Add the cooked millet to the skillet and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 9

Drizzle the soy sauce over the mixture and sprinkle in the black pepper. Stir to ensure everything is well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or salt if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy hot as a main dish or a flavorful side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1708.8 grams (1708.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1383

Total Fat 48.20g	62%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 3360mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 203.30g	74%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 11.40g
Protein 39.40g	79%

Vitamin D 27IU	133%
Calcium 114mg	9%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1653mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 57.9%