Quinoa

I love quinoa. IT is on regular rotation for my catering as well as at home. Tastes great as is and is super nutritious. Lately with corn being in great abundance I have been making a fair bit of quinoa and corn piaf. Dead simple. Sweat one onion finely diced and a couple of cloves of garlic until soft. Add 2 cups quinoa ( a mix of white and red is great or either on their own) to the pot. Get all the grain covered with oil and add water. 3 cups water (or 1.5 times volume). Water is fine, you do not need to use stock but can if you feel it necessary. Simmer for about 25 minutes and set aside to cool.
Meanwhile shuck 4 corn and remove kernels. Sautee with some butter (a couple of tablespoons), salt, pepper, and some chili spices. I use my own seasoning of a blend of chilis and spices, but use whatever makes you happy. Some bright assertive flavors are what you are looking for here.
Add to your pilaf and finish with cilantro and mint to your taste.
It's nuttiness and flavor are unique and should make it's way to your plate real soon.

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