Ukrainian · Breakfast

Ukrainian Millet and Pumpkin Porridge

Creamy millet porridge with sweet pumpkin, milk, butter, and a gentle touch of honey.

Total Time40 min
Servings4
Cooking MethodSimmering
Cooking difficulty
Creamy millet and pumpkin porridge with butter and pumpkin seeds
Serving photo is illustrative. This ingredient list makes 4 servings, about 325 g each.
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About This Dish

Rinsing millet with boiling water removes bitterness, while grated pumpkin cooks quickly into a naturally sweet breakfast.

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Stages

  1. Preparation10 min
  2. Simmering25 min
  3. Resting5 min

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the millet under running water, then pour boiling water over it and drain thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Coarsely grate the pumpkin and place it in a heavy saucepan with the water and salt.

  3. 3

    Simmer for 8 minutes, then add the millet and hot milk.

  4. 4

    Cook gently for 18–20 minutes, stirring more often as the porridge thickens.

  5. 5

    Remove from the heat, stir in the butter, rest for 5 minutes, and serve with honey.

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