- Why is the quinoa bitter?
- Quinoa husks contain saponin (a natural insect repellent). If you don't wash it off thoroughly with hot water before cooking, it remains bitter.
Broccoli & quinoa Buddha bowl with curry tahini tofu
The concept of the Buddha bowl is balance: grain, vegetable, protein and a rich dressing. Quinoa is a complete protein (containing all amino acids), and tahini (sesame paste) is rich in calcium. This isn't a salad, but a nutritious main course in a bowl.
Ingredients
150
g
Quinoa
200
g
Broccoli
200
g
Tofu
1
tbsp
Tahini paste
200
ml
Coconut milk
1
pc
Lime
2
tsp
Curry powder
1
tsp
Turmeric
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan
- Frying pan
Allergen Information
Sesame
Soya
Instructions
1
✓
Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook in double the amount of water (approx. 15 minutes).
Tip: It is good when the seeds open up and the little white 'germ ring' appears.
2
✓
Cube the tofu and fry until crispy in a frying pan with a little oil.
Tip: Patience! Do not move it, let it get a crust, otherwise it will stick.
3
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Prepare the sauce: heat the coconut milk, curry, turmeric and tahini together. Do not boil, just warm.
Tip: Tahini thickens the sauce, and turmeric has anti-inflammatory effects (and a beautiful yellow colour).
4
✓
Blanch the broccoli (boiling water, then cold).
Tip: This keeps it crunchy.
5
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Arrange the quinoa, tofu and broccoli in a bowl, and pour the sauce over it. Squeeze lime over it.
Tip: The aesthetics of serving are also important (Buddha bowl principle): do not mix, place the components next to each other.
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Ingredients
- 150 g Quinoa
- 200 g Broccoli
- 200 g Tofu
- 1 tbsp Tahini paste
- 200 ml Coconut milk
- 1 pc Lime
- 2 tsp Curry powder
- 1 tsp Turmeric