I always make a large batch of quinoa. As I mentioned in an earlier post, the ratio is 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of liquid. I will double or triple the recipe so that I have quinoa for the week!
To keep the quinoa interesting for a handful of days, I add FRESH "stir-in" ingredients. This ensures that each time the quinoa is eaten, it appears to be a fresh meal!
INGREDIENTS:
For this stir in I cut half a yellow bell pepper, 1/2 of an onion, and 3-5 garlic cloves (depending on size and your personal taste). One or two shallots (depending on size) could be substituted for the onion AND garlic.
DIRECTIONS:
Sautee the vegetables in olive oil for 3 minutes - stirring once or twice.
Add 1 cup of liquid (water or broth)
Cook until liquid is just about gone.
Add 1 cup of cooked quinoa. Stir. Cook till all liquid is absorbed.
Prep time...30 minutes to cook quinoa if it is not pre-made. Cook time is 10 minutes.
NOTE: You can double or triple the recipe. This recipe is for 2 servings.
To serve:
Place to a bowl
Sprinkle basil and/or chopped nuts on top.
Eat with a spoon...you do not want to lose the pieces of quinoa in your bowl!
