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Quinoa with Toasted Corn Topping

Here's how you make Quinoa with Toasted Corn Topping
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 30m
  • Cook: 10m
  • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 cup white quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon butter (omit for vegan dish)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups corn kernels (about 4 ears)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced hot red chili (or more to taste)
  • 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro or basil (optional)
  • 1/2 lime
  • Black pepper
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Place the quinoa in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes until done then drain.

  • Step 2: In a medium sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and cook onion for a few minutes until translucent. Add 1 tbsp butter, half the salt, the corn, ginger, garlic, and chili, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until corn is cooked and bottom of pan is slightly brown.

  • Step 3: Remove pan from heat, and add herbs, lime juice, and a bit of black pepper. Taste and add the rest of the butter and salt as desired. Serve by placing some quinoa on a plate, and top with the toasted corn.


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