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Quinoa Coconut Sticky Rice - It's a delicious combination of Quinoa and Coconut with a "sticky rice" consistency. Delicious and perfect quick side dish to any meal.
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Quinoa Coconut Sticky Rice

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 322kcal
Author Tiffany Bendayan

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Ginger grated
  • 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
  • 3/4 Cups Quinoa uncooked
  • 14 oz Coconut Milk one can
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish optional
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Instructions

  • In a saucepan, place the olive oil on medium heat
  • Add the grated ginger and stir until it softens
  • Add the Quinoa and stir until it's coated with the oil and ginger
  • Pour the coconut milk, salt and pepper. Stir until it boils
  • Place a lid and lower the heat down to low
  • Cook until the quinoa absorbs all the moisture, approximately 12-15 minutes
  • Open the lid, fluff with a fork and serve
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds on top (optional)

Nutrition

Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 399mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 5mg