Many people are becoming aware of gluten allergies or intolerance. Because of this, there are many more alternatives available.
Quinoa is seed from a plant in South America. It is high in protein compared to rice or wheat. It also costs more. But if it is used along with other protein sources, quinoa can really boost your nutrition dollar. It has a nutty flavor and a texture like caviar. For awhile this may be as close as you will get to that delicacy.
SINGLE SERVING
1/3 cup quinoa, rinsed in a sieve.
1/3 cup milk
2 Tablespoon of water
Mix together in a small sauce pan with a lid. Bring to a boil. Stir occasionally. Turn heat down to a simmer and cover it. Be careful because the mixture will foam up and may boil over. That will make a stinky mess.
Let simmer about 10 minutes or what ever the package says.
I like mine a little under done. It never really fluffs up like rice.
Serve warm with butter and pancake syrup. I prefer Lyle's Golden Syrup.
Alternatives:
Use broth instead of the milk and add a few sprinkles of an herb mix for a savory dish.
Adding sesame seeds add some more flavor and, if you use black ones, a bit of color. Be careful when using the black variety and add them just at the end of the cooking or you will end up with a grey mass in your bowl.
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