When I began this dish, I was working with what was in my cupboard and fridge, which included chicken breasts, dried apricots, lemons, and quinoa–lots of quinoa, the result of a price reduction. Since Middle Eastern foods often include fruit and meat, I decided to add typical Moroccan spices–coriander, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon … Continue reading
Quinoa, grown mainly in the regions surround the Andes, is a tasty alternative to rice and it is high in protein. Quinoa makes a texture-filled vegetarian main dish with a greens salad or a side dish to chicken or fish. When I was in South America a few months ago, a Chilean acquaintance told me that many farmers … Continue reading