curried quinoa--gina

Curried Quinoa

1¼ C quinoa, rinsed well (soak for a few minutes, then drain in a fine strainer)

1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

1 small onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 Tbsp. ginger root, grated

1 can diced green chili peppers

1¼ tsp. turmeric

1¼ tsp. coriander

¼ tsp. cinnamon

½ tsp. sea salt

2 C water

Rinse and drain quinoa well (after soaking for a few minutes first, so grains absorb water and don’t run through the sieve). Sauté the onions and peppers in oil in a saucepan. Add the ginger, quinoa, and green chilies, and cook for 1 minute. Add the remaining spices and cook for another minute. Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.