Millet Pilaf in Peppers
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| 1/2 tbGinger; chopped |
| 2 1/2 cWater |
| 1 1/4 cMillet |
| 1/2 cCorn kernels; defrosted |
| 1/4 cCilantro leaves |
| 1/4 tsBlack pepper |
| 2 tbLime juice |
| 1 tbExtra Virgin Olive Oil |
| 1/4 tsSalt |
| 3 tbPine nuts; or pumpkin seeds |
| STUFFING |
| 1 Yellow bell pepper; diced |
| 1 cTomato; coarsely chopped |
| 6 Red bell peppers |
| 1 Serrano chili; seeded |
Millet Pilaf in Peppers Preparation
Combine chili, ginger, cilantro & lime juice in a blender & process till smooth. Add water & set aside. Heat oil over moderate heat. Add millet & diced pepper & stir-fry 3 to 4 minutes. Add blender ingredients, corn, tomato, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover & cook until the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Set aside for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Preheat oven to 375F. To prepare peppers, halve them lengthwise, derib them & remove seeds. Blanch for 4 minutes in boiling water, drain & pat dry. Mound the pilaf into the pepper halves, sprinkle with pine nuts or pumpkin seeds. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
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