Cocinando Phisara de Quinua

Phisara is a delightful Bolivian dish that showcases the versatile nature of quinoa. This dish is packed with nutrients and flavor, making it perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. Follow this recipe to create a comforting and nutritious quinoa-based dish, reminiscent of Andean flavors.

Ingredients

🌾 1 cup of Bob's Red Mill Organic Quinoa
🍅 2 medium tomatoes, diced
🧅 1 small yellow onion, diced
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced
🌶️ 1 green bell pepper, diced
🥕 1 medium carrot, diced
🧂 1 teaspoon Morton Salt
🥄 1 teaspoon McCormick ground cumin
🌿 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
🥛 2 cups of water or Swanson Vegetable Broth
🌽 1/2 cup frozen corn
🌻 2 tablespoons Wesson Canola Oil
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

1- Preparation:

• Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any bitterness.
• Dice the tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, and carrot; mince the garlic.

2- Cooking the Base:

• Heat Wesson Canola Oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. (Recommended: All-Clad Stainless Steel Skillet)
• Add the diced onion and garlic to the heated oil, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

3- Adding Vegetables:

• Stir in the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for about 5 minutes until vegetables start to soften.

4- Quinoa and Seasoning:

• Add the rinsed quinoa to the vegetable mix and stir to coat the quinoa with the sautéed vegetables.
• Season with Morton Salt, McCormick ground cumin, and red chili flakes (if desired).

5- Simmering:

• Pour in the water or Swanson Vegetable Broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, covering the skillet.
• Allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and cooked through.

6- Finishing Touches:

• Stir in the frozen corn and continue cooking for another 2 minutes until heated.
• Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 340
Protein: 8g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Equipment: All-Clad Stainless Steel Skillet, Cutting board, Chef’s knife, Measuring cups, Wooden spoon

Cooking Tips:

• For an added layer of flavor, consider roasting the bell peppers before adding them to the skillet.
• Adjust seasoning to taste and serve with a sprinkle of fresh lime juice for added zing.

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