15 MINUTE CURRY QUINOA PRAWNS
This recipe is fast and delicious and can be made in 15 minutes! The prawns can either be barbecued or sautéed in a pan and are a great way to add more seafood into your diet. Fish and seafood are an important part of a healthy diet for people of all ages; from babies and young children to older adults. They are also an excellent source of protein and low in saturated fat. Seafood also contains omega-3 fatty acids and many other nutrients that the body needs.
Ingredients
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12oz of prawns (or large shrimp)
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1 cup quinoa
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2 cups water
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1 tsp Better than Bouillon
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1 english Cucumber
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3 tsp curry Power
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Olive oil
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Optional: cilantro
Instructions
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Using a small rice cooker (or small pot) add 2 cups of water, 1 tsp Better than Bouillon (or other broth base) and quinoa and set to cook
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Prawns can either be barbecued or sautéed over medium heat. If barbecuing, skewer the prawns first. Then, in a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tsp of curry powder, mix, and spoon (or paint) it on top of them prior to cooking
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Meanwhile, slice cucumber into quarters lengthwise and then chop into bite size pieces
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When quinoa is ready, stir in cucumber, 2 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tsp curry power. Top with cilantro if using. Then serve with prawns
