Thai Style Quinoa Blend

• Prep Time : 10 Minutes
• Cook Time : 25 Minutes
• Recipe Yield : About 2 (1-cup) servings

Ingredients

• 1 package NEAR EAST® Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Quinoa Blend
• 1 cup water
• 3/4 cup light coconut milk
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• optional sriracha Asian chili sauce to taste

Preparation Steps

1. In medium saucepan combine quinoa/brown rice blend, water, coconut milk, garlic, ginger and oil; bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low; add contents of Spice Sack and stir well.
3. Boil gently for 12 minutes; stir in peas. Boil for 2-5 additional minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving. If desired, add sriracha to taste.

Variations

Make this an easy main dish by stirring in 1 cup cooked, diced chicken or turkey in Step 4 before stand time.

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