A new way to try quinoa, nice alternative to rice and packed full of protein. This was published in Alive's July magazine, originally from Dreen Burton. Can't wait to try it!

Ingredients

4 serv.

dry quinoa↗1 cup
water (or broth)↗2 cups
garlic cloves↗4
minced
fresh ginger↗1 teaspoon
grated
tamari↗3 1⁄2 tablespoons
wheat free, or Braggs
agave nectar↗2 1⁄2 tablespoons
or sub other sweetener of your choice
fresh lemon juice↗2 teaspoons
adjust to your taste
sesame oil↗2 teaspoons
sesame seeds↗1 tablespoon
green onions↗3 tablespoons
finely sliced

Step-by-step instructions

1
Rinse quinoa very well in cold water for a few minutes to remove its bitter outer layer.
2
In a saucepan add quinoa, water (or broth) and garlic. Bring to boil, stir and then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for about 12 minutes until done.
3
While the quinoa cooks, mix together the ginger, tamari, agave nectar, lemon juice and sesame oil.
4
Once the quinoa is done, turn off the heat and stir in the tamari mixture. Cover again and let sit for about 5 minutes.
5
Stir again and sprinkle with the sesame seeds and green onions. Serve!

Source: food.com

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