Sesame Quinoa With Tofu

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Sesame Quinoa With Tofu

Source: Recipezaar. Modified from Cooking Light.

 

 

8 ounces (225 g) extra firm tofu, drained

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 tablespoon (3 tsp) sesame seeds

1 cup uncooked quinoa

1 1/2 cups vegetable stock

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup chopped green onions

1 tablespoon (3 tsp)Braggs liquid aminos (-OR- GF soy sauce)

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

 

 

1. Place tofu on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels then place

a heavy plate on top.; let stand 20 minutes. Cut into 1/2 inch (13 mm)

cubes.

 

2. Rinse the Quinoa until the water runs clear. It should NOT look soapy.

 

3. Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add tofu and sesame; saute 3

minutes. Remove from pan.

 

4. Add quinoa to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add stock

and salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.

 

5. Place in a large bowl. Add tofu mixture, green onions, Braggs, and

pepper; toss.

 

 

Serves 4.