I posted a picture of this dish yesterday my Saturday lunch, and got a question about the recipe. This is kind of hilarious because it's definitely a less than beautiful meal! While I'd love to be the kind of person who writes down every detail as she throws together a lunch, I'm just not. But, I will do my best!
I had plans to meet a friend for lunch Saturday afternoon, but she was in an accident (she is perfectly fine, as is her car, but was tied up for about two hours). So, with A off to see friends, I had the apartment to myself. We had some leftover black beans, some quickly wilting spinach and had just picked up a bulk bag of quinoa. And this little ditty was born:
1/2 cup quinoa
1 cup vegetable broth
Some minced garlic (I used about 2 cloves)
1/2 minced onion
Several handfuls of spinach
1/4 cup of cooked black beans
Cumin
Salt
Chili powder
Cook your onion and garlic, you can use oil and saute. I use a dry non-stick pan because I want some sear. Add in the broth and rinsed quinoa, bring to boil then settle to a simmer. Cook 10 minutes, add in spinach. Let cook 5 more minutes. Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with fork and stir in black beans and spices.
I topped mine with an egg and plenty of Tapatio. It's good without the egg, I just needed to clear out some fridge space. It does need lots of Tapatio. As a brief side note: I love Tapatio. I don't hate other hot sauces, except for one little concoction that starts with a T and rhymes with Babasco. I know some people get pretty bent out of shape about this topic, so listen up. Follow your heart, and douse this little meal in whatever peps up your step.
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