Spanish Quinoa With Figs And Pimientos
I love the nutty flavor of quinoa. This is so good and healthy for you. Remember when using quinoa you have to rinse, rinse, rinse.
Steps
Saute garlic in oil over medium heat.
Add quinoa stir for 1 minute to toast quinoa.
Deglaze pan with broth.
Add water , bay leaf , saffron , and salt , stir lightly.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat , cover pan and simmer 20 minutes.
Remove pan from heat.
Discard bay leaf.
Add peas , figs and pimientos.
Cover pan and let sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork.
Ingredients
garlic cloves, olive oil, quinoa, chicken broth, water, bay leaf, saffron thread, kosher salt, frozen peas, dried fig, pimientos