Tangy Quinoa Rice with Tamarind Sauce
A flavorful fusion dish that combines the nutty goodness of quinoa and rice with a tangy tamarind sauce. Tossed with crunchy leeks and lettuce, and topped with a creamy peanut butter drizzle. This unique recipe creates a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds craving for more!
ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- ¼ cup peanuts, crushed
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste, soy sauce, and honey to prepare the tangy tamarind sauce.
- 2.
In a large pan, heat a drizzle of oil and sauté leeks until they become tender and slightly crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 3.
In the same pan, add quinoa and rice, then pour in the tamarind sauce. Stir well to coat the grains evenly.
- 4.
Add the sautéed leeks and shredded lettuce to the pan. Cook for a few minutes until the lettuce wilts slightly.
- 5.
In a separate small saucepan, gently heat the peanut butter until it becomes smooth and easily pourable.
- 6.
Serve the tangy quinoa rice topped with the peanut butter drizzle and crushed peanuts.
- 7.
Season with salt and pepper according to taste.