QUINOA BUCKWHEAT PILAF

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Quinoa and buckwheat together are delicious. This is a frequent dish at my house, and a great alternative to rice.

Provided by Jacob Galley

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup quinoa (white or red)
1/2 cup buckwheat groats (raw, or choose pre-roasted to save a step)
2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon butter (or ghee or Earth Balance buttery spread)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 shallot, diced (optional)
1 carrot, diced (optional)
1/2 cup frozen corn (optional)
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash the quinoa. See recipe #16399 for complete instructions.
  • Toast the quinoa in a hot dry skillet until slightly browned. Set aside.
  • Likewise with the buckwheat. Put both in a pot with the boiling water, butter, shallot, and seasonings.
  • Keep on low heat for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Five minutes before the end, add vegetables if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.3, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 318.4, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.8

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