Wine Braised Quinoa With Mushrooms In Roasted Tomat

Name: Wine Braised Quinoa With Mushrooms In Roasted Tomato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup red quinoa; 2 cups water; 1 pinch sea salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 shallots, minced (I used a small onion); 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 cup marsala wine (I used a dry red I was drinking at the time); 2 tablespoons tamari (I used regular soy sauce); 1/2 lb mushroom, minced; 1/2 teaspoon whole fennel seed, crushed; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (I omitted because I did not have any at the time but this should be good) or 1/4 cup basil (to garnish, I omitted because I did not have any at the time but this should be g…; 4 roasted tomatoes

Servings: persons

1 cup red quinoa
2 cups water
1 pinch sea salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, minced (I used a small onion)
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup marsala wine (I used a dry red I was drinking at the time)
2 tablespoons tamari (I used regular soy sauce)
1/2 lb mushroom, minced
1/2 teaspoon whole fennel seed, crushed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (I omitted because I did not have any at the time but this should be good) or 1/4 cup basil (to garnish, I omitted because I did not have any at the time but this should be good)
4 roasted tomatoes

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Cook red quinoa following the directions on box. Warm a heavy bottomed skillet. Add olive oil and minced shallots, together, in that order. Cook slowly until shallots are clear, soft, and beginning to brown. Add mushrooms, toss well, and the spread out over the pan, stirring occasionally always returning them to cover the metal surface of the pan. Cook until mushrooms are deep brown. Add cooked quinoa, mix well. When grain is thoroughly heated and may be sticking slightly to the pan, add wine, stir, add tamari and stir. Cover for a few minutes. Toss a generous amount of minced fresh herbs into the grain. Then use to fill roasted tomatoes.
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(Roasting a tomato: Use a small sharp knife to cut into the center and scoop out some of the inside of the tomato. Put some olive oil in the palm of your hand; lightly coat the tomato with oil. Coat with a small amount of sea salt. Bake at 450 degrees F. until the skin is slightly soft.).

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup red quinoa, 2 cups water, 1 pinch sea salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Wine Braised Quinoa With Mushrooms In Roasted Tomato falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Wine Braised Quinoa With Mushrooms In Roasted Tomato

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