Suzy's Special Red Quinoa

A tasty and easy side dish, red quinoa is simmered with Chinese five-spice powder and other seasonings to add savory flavors to the grain.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 173 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cube beef bouillon
• 1 cup red quinoa, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons butter

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the water, butter, five-spice powder, ginger, black pepper, and beef bouillon cube into a saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a boil. Stir the mixture to dissolve the bouillon cube, then add the quinoa. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until all the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.