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QUINOA RECIPES
RECIPES FROM HOLLY, KERRY, LAUREN, PETA, JOE AND PEITA
JULY 2010
Quirky Quinoa – Pronounced “Keen-wa”, Quinoa is an ancient grain which is gluten free and higher in protein than many other grains.  Use it in place of couscous, burghul or rice – or try the recipes below

Indian Chicken Quinoa   (Serves 4)

2 tsp peanut oil 1 tblsp black mustard seeds 12 fresh curry leaves 2 tsp garam masala 3 long green chillies, seeds removed, thinly sliced 1 large onion, finely chopped

1 ½ cups (200g) quinoa ½ cup (110g) green split peas 3 cups (750mL) salt reduced chicken stock 600g chicken breast, cut into strips 100g baby spinach leaves

1. Heat a non-stick frypan to moderate-high heat, spray with oil and add chicken.   Cook until browned, remove from pan.
2. Heat the peanut oil over medium heat.  Add the mustard seeds & cook until they begin to pop.  Add curry leaves, garam masala, chilli’s and onion.  Cook until onion is golden & spices are aromatic.
3. Add the quinoa and peas, stir to mix.  Add stock & 1 cup boiling water.  Simmer over low heat for 25 minutes.
4. Add chicken and spinach, heat through for 5 minutes.  Season to taste.

 

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