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Kuthiraivali Thayir Sadham | Barnyard Millet Curd Rice Recipe

An alternative way to make the healthy curd ride

Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pressure cooker resting time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 3 people
Author PJ

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Barnyard millet
  • 2 cups Water
  • Curd - as needed
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Channa dal
  • 1 teaspoon Urad dal
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 5 number Shallots/ sambar onions, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Take the barnyard millet in a vessel and wash and drain. Add water and pressure cook for 3-4 whistles / till done. It is ok if it turns mushy.

  2. Now mash the cooked millet while still hot. Let it come to room temperature. Now add curd, salt and mix well.

  3. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard, channa dal ,urad dal, cumin seeds. When the mustard pops add red chilies, curry leaves and chopped shallots. Saute for till the onion turns light brown. Pour this into the mixture and mix.

  4. Serve with a side of your choice.

Recipe Notes

  • You can use kodo millet instead of barnyard millet.
  • Shallot are the best for this dish but if you can't source them, onions will do.