Crispy Millet, Carrot and Brick Cheese Coins with Yogurt, Lime and Chive Dip
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Crispy Millet, Carrot and Brick Cheese Coins with Yogurt, Lime and Chive Dip

An original snack of small golden coins that are crisp on the outside and tender inside, made with cooked millet, grated carrot, and brick cheese. They are served with a fresh yogurt, lime, and chive dip that balances their toasty flavor.

20 minPrep
20 minCook
40 minTotal
4Servings
VegetarianGluten-Free

Ingredients

Adjust servings
4
  • 120 g raw millet (enjuagado)
  • 300 ml water (for cocer the mijo)
  • 120 g carrot (grated fina)
  • 90 g brick cheese (grated)
  • 1 unit egg (beaten)
  • 25 g rice flour (more extra si hace falta)
  • 12 g chives (chopped; divided)
  • 1 cdita lime zest (divided)
  • 2 g garlic powder
  • 1 g black pepper
  • 5 g salt (divided)
  • 160 g plain Greek yogurt (for the dip)
  • 15 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 30 ml olive oil (for dorar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

247 kcal
Calories
10.2 g
Protein
17.8 g
Carbs
14.8 g
Fat
2.1 g
Fiber
15.7 g
Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

DairyEggs

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Rinse the millet under cold water. Place it in a small saucepan with 300 ml (1 1/4 cup) water and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 12-14 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Let it rest for 5 minutes and fluff with a fork.

  2. 2

    2. While the millet cooks, make the dip by mixing the Greek yogurt, lime juice, half of the chopped chives, half of the lime zest, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

  3. 3

    3. Transfer the cooked millet to a large bowl and let it cool for 5 minutes. Add the grated carrot, grated brick cheese, beaten egg, rice flour, the remaining chives, the remaining lime zest, garlic powder, the rest of the salt, and the black pepper. Mix well until a compact mixture forms. If it feels too wet, add a little more rice flour.

  4. 4

    4. Shape the mixture into 16 small coins or patties, pressing firmly with slightly damp hands.

  5. 5

    5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat with 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil. Cook half of the coins for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Add the remaining oil and repeat with the second batch.

  6. 6

    6. If you want to keep them hot and slightly firmer, place them on a tray and bake for 5 minutes at 200 °C / 400 °F after pan-searing.

  7. 7

    7. Serve the crispy coins hot with the yogurt, lime, and chive dip on the side.

Chef tips

For a crispier texture, chill the cooked millet for 15 minutes before mixing it with the remaining ingredients. Grate the carrot finely so the mixture stays even and holds together well.

Substitutions

You can substitute brick cheese with Monterey Jack or low-moisture mozzarella. Chives can be replaced with fresh parsley, and rice flour can be swapped for cornstarch in the same amount.

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