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Appa's Pithoragarh Foxtail Kootu
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Appa's Pithoragarh Foxtail Kootu

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Pithoragarh cooking — Appa's Pithoragarh Foxtail Kootu brings a appa's touch with a classic kootu finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 16 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Foxtail Millet1 cup

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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