Quinoa with BBQ Pork

This week does not seem to be moving fast enough and the mild winter here in Ontario makes me want to be out walking the dog and enjoying the weather. So for a quick and easy dinner idea for those evenings that you want to spend more time outside, here is the mighty ancient grain Quinoa (pronounced Kee-Noah) in a super simple recipe. I had left over BBQ Pork, but this recipe works just as well with chicken.


Skill Level : Easy
Serves : 4-6


INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen shelled Edamame (soy beans)
• 1 cup BBQ pork cubed
• 1/2 onion sliced
• salt and pepper to taste

METHOD:

1. Dry roast the quinoa for about 2-3 minutes
2. Add the chicken broth, water and shelled Edamame. Stir well, season, reduce the heat and cover the pot. Allow to cook for ~ 15 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed, fluff up with a fork.
3. In another pan, saute the onion and then add the BQQ pork. Season and cook, adding a little water or broth to soften the meat.
4. When the pork has warmed through, add it to the cooked quinoa.
5. Serve warm.