Garden of eden quinoa pilaf

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsCorn oil
2cupsQuinoa
½teaspoonCinnamon
¼teaspoonGround cardamom
½cupPine nuts; or slivered almonds
½cupCarrots; diced
1cupShelled peas; OR
1cupFrozen peas; thawed
Salt; to taste
cupHot water

Directions

In heavy, shallow casserole or deep skillet, toast quinoa in oil over low heat until light golden brown. Add cinnamon and cardamom. Stir and continue toasting for 1-2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients except for water; stir for 1 minute. Add water and bring to a boil, stirring two to three times; reduce to a simmer. Cover; allow to steam until all water is absorbed and quinoa looks fluffy, about 20 minutes. Makes 6 servings, 14 grams of fat per 1 cup serving. |

Recipe by: September 1996 Vegetarian Times Converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.