Teff Polenta

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, thickly sliced
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped onions
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped green peppers
  • 2/3 cup teff grain
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped plum tomatoes
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a teakettle.
  2. Place the oil in a 10-inch skillet, and warm over medium heat. Add garlic and onions, and saute, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until fragrant. Add peppers, and saute for 2 minutes or, until bright green. Stir in the teff.
  3. Turn off the heat to prevent splattering, and add boiling water and salt. Resume heat and let it simmer for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and basil.
  4. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water's absorbed. There may be some extra liquid from the tomatoes, but as long as the teff is not crunchy, the polenta is done.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if desired.
  6. Transfer it to an un-oiled 9-inch pie plate. Let it cool for about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

451 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.5g 19% DV
Total Fat 33.8g 43% DV
Carbs 34.3g 12% DV
Fiber 11.2g 40% DV
Sugar 4.7g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9954.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 849.5mg 18% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 46.8mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 68.2mg 76% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 590.5mg 45% DV
Iron 24.2mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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