Curried Quinoa

Directions

1. 1
   IMPORTANT: Rinse quinoa in water and drain well to eliminate bitterness in the quinoa.
2. 2
   If pre-washed quinoa is used, skip this step.
3. 3
   Add quinoa, chicken broth, curry powder and chili powder into a pot and stir well.
4. 4
   If water is used instead of broth, add a dash of salt and pepper.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Once it starts to boil, reduce to a simmer and cover pot.
7. 7
   Let cook at a low heat for about 20 mins until quinoa has completely soaked up all the liquid.
8. 8
   Take the quinoa off the heat and let the steam cook it further for about 10 mins.
9. 9
   Cooked quinoa should be translucent and fluffy.
10. 10
    OPTIONAL STEP: If you like, heat a tbsp of oil in a pan and stir-fry onions, garlic, bell pepper and meat-of-choice.
11. 11
    Add in the cooked quinoa and stir-fry for another 5-7 mins.
12. 12
    Great option to fried rice.
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