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How to cook Sorghum?

Learn how to cook sorghum perfectly in the instant pot and stovetop. You can make a variety of dishes with this nutritious gluten-free grain.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 163 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sorghum
  • 2 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt optional

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the sorghum with cool water.
Stovetop Method
  1. (optional) Soak sorghum in 3 cups of water for 6-8 hours. Then drain the liquid.
  2. In a medium saucepan, add sorghum, water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce flame to low and simmer for about an 1 hour or until the sorghum gets tender. You can cover the pan with a lid. Stir occasionally, and add more water if needed. Drain any remaining liquid. Fluff with a fork and season to taste. Enjoy!
Instant Pot Method
  1. Add the rinsed sorghum to the Instant Pot with water and salt. Close the lid with vent in sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes .
  2. Let the pressure release naturally, then open the lid.
  3. Drain any excess liquid by transferring the cooked sorghum to a strainer. Fluff with a fork and season to taste. Serve hot or cold, in soups and salads, or as a side dish.

Notes

  • Storing: You can store sorghum in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 4 days. Cooked sorghum can also be stored in freezer safe ziploc bags or containers for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 163kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 301mg (13%) Potassium 168mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163

% Daily Value*

Calories 163kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 301mg 13%
Potassium 168mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.