posted by RisaG 10-09-98 8:02 AM
Quinoa Pilaf with Garlic Croutons
Pilaf:
1 tsp. vegetable oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2" cubes and steamed
2/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 Tbs. slivered almonds
2 Tbs. golden raisins
1/2 cup frozen peas
Salt and pepper to taste
Croutons (optional):
2 tsp. olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 thick slice whole-wheat bread, cut into 1" cubes
Toasted pistachios for garnish
Preparation:
Heat vegetable oil in a 12" skillet over medium
Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in turmeric.
Add water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Stir in quinoa and carrots. Place red bell pepper, almonds and raisins
on top.
Reduce heat to low. cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until water i
s absorbed and quinoa is light and fluffy.
Add peas to quinoa during last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat
and fluff pilaf with a fork. Add salt and peper to taste.
Croutons:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Heat olive oil in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic
and sauté for 30 seconds.
Brush bread cubes with mixture, patting garlic bits on top.
Arrange cubes on a baking sheet. Bake for 6 to 9 minutes, or until edges
are brown.