Ancient Grain Pilaf
Ancient Grain Pilaf
This ancient grain pilaf is made with quinoa, brown rice, farro, lemongrass and turmeric. It's a satisfying and healthy side dish on its own, and also works well as a base for a grain bowl or to make a salad a meal.This recipe is from True Food Kitchen in Boca Raton, Florida, and was originally published in the South Florida Sun Sentinel.
Prep Time
15
minutes
Cook Time
1.25
hours
Servings
5
Total time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon peeled and minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced lemongrass
- 1 teaspoon peeled and minced turmeric
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup red quinoa
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup farro (spelt)
- 3 1/2 cup water
Directions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375 F.
- Step 2: In a medium oven-proof baking dish or casserole, mix together 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon peeled and minced ginger, 1 teaspoon minced lemongrass, 1 teaspoon peeled and minced turmeric, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup red quinoa, 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup farro (spelt) and 3 1/2 cups water. Cover with foil and seal the edges tightly.
- Step 3: Bake until all grains are fully cooked, about 75 to 85 minutes. Mix well before serving.