Best 4 Quinoa With Asian Flavors Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Asia with our exploration of the best recipes for cooking quinoa with Asian flavors. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of aromas, textures, and flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Asian cities. From classic stir-fries to fragrant curries, delightful salads to lip-smacking noodles, discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings and ignite your passion for Asian cuisine. Let's delve into the diverse world of quinoa with Asian flavors and create a memorable dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

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QUINOA WITH THAI FLAVORS

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This recipe for quinoa seasoned with mango, lime juice and red onion, was brought to us from Susie Fishbein by way of Julia Moskin. Ms. Fishbein is the author of the popular Kosher by Design cookbooks, which have sold more than 300,000 copies. Quinoa is popular among kosher cooks because although it tastes and chews like grains, which are forbidden during Passover, many religious and botanical authorities consider it a berry.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories dinner, lunch, main course

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dry quinoa
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1/3 cup minced red onion
1/2 ripe but firm mango, peeled and diced small
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lime juice
About 10 fresh basil leaves, finely shredded
Small handful cilantro leaves, roughly torn

Steps:

Rinse quinoa well in a strainer, and drain. (Do not skip this step, or quinoa will be bitter.) Place in medium-size pot and add 3 cups water. Bring to a boil, immediately reduce heat to very low, cover, and simmer until grains have popped open and are tender and translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain.
In a serving bowl, combine jalapeño, onion, mango, oil, salt and lime juice. Stir to combine. Add quinoa and toss to combine. Taste for salt. Serve warm or at room temperature. Just before serving, toss in basil and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 234, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 201 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

EASY ASIAN QUINOA

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I threw this quinoa together while trying to make a dish with what I had left in my kitchen. To my surprise, it was wonderful and easy!

Provided by stacykaryn

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup quinoa
3 tablespoons butter
2 zucchini, diced
12 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon furikake (Japanese nori seasoning), or to taste
½ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Steps:

Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, butter in a medium saucepan. Add zucchini, mushrooms, garlic, and ginger; cook and stir until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and hoisin sauce.
Mix remaining soy sauce into the cooked quinoa; scoop into a serving bowl. Top with the vegetable mixture. Garnish with furikake seasoning and sea salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 928.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

QUINOA WITH ASIAN FLAVORS

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Quinoa is the ultimate super food. Cook it like rice in a rice cooker or on the stove with chicken broth, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, and garlic, and you have a delicious and healthy side dish. It goes great with chicken, fish, and seafood.

Provided by Lisa

Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in quinoa and allow to toast for 2 to 3 minutes, then add chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger and garlic. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until all liquid has been absorbed, 25 to 30 minutes. Fluff quinoa with fork and top with green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 454.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ASIAN FRIED QUINOA DELIGHT

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Adapted from Guy Fieri's new cookbook, this is the bomb! A great way to fix quinoa, with lots of flavor. Enjoy!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Grains

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups quinoa
3 cups water (or vegetable stock)
3 tablespoons olive oil (or use grapeseed oil)
2 cups diced onions (about 1 1/2 onions)
1/4 cup shallot (or green onion)
1/4 cup minced garlic
1/2 cup minced ginger
1 cup finely chopped green onion
1 cup finely diced carrot (about 4 small)
2 cups shredded baby bok choy
1 cup finely diced celery
2 cups shredded napa cabbage (about 1/4 head)
1 cup diced sugar snap pea
3 tablespoons soy sauce, plus more to taste
2 large eggs, lightly beaten (optional to keep it vegan)

Steps:

In a large cast iron skillet(or other heavy skillet) over high heat, toast the quinoa until lightly golden, 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the water or stock and reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook until the quinoa opens and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
Wipe out the skillet and heat 1 1/2 tbls. of the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onions and cook until well browned and soft, about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the shallots(if you don't have shallots, just use more green onions) and cook 2 minutes, then add the garlic, ginger, and green onion and cook for 3-4 minutes more.
Add the carrots, bok choy, celery, cabbage, and snap peas and stir until just wilted. Pour in the soy sauce and mix well. Move the mixture to a bowl and keep warm.
Heat the remaining 1 1/2 tbls. of oil in the skillet over medium high heat and add the quinoa. When it is heated through, pour the eggs over the quinoa and stir fry until the eggs are cooked. Return the vegetables to the pan. Adjust the seasoning with additional soy sauce if needed. Enjoy!

Tips:

Use a good quality quinoa. This will make a big difference in the final dish.
Rinse the quinoa before cooking. This will remove any bitter saponins that may be present.
Cook the quinoa according to the package directions. Quinoa generally cooks in about 15 minutes.
Let the quinoa cool slightly before fluffing it with a fork. This will help prevent the quinoa from sticking together.
Add your favorite Asian-inspired ingredients to the quinoa. Some popular options include soy sauce, ginger, garlic, green onions, and sesame seeds.
Serve the quinoa warm or at room temperature. It can be served as a side dish or a main course.

Conclusion:

Quinoa is a versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. Quinoa is also gluten-free, making it a good option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. The Asian-inspired quinoa recipes in this article are a great way to enjoy this healthy and delicious grain. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that will please everyone at the table.