- Why is my quinoa bitter?
- Quinoa has a natural protective coating called saponin. If you don't rinse it thoroughly in hot water before cooking, it can taste bitter.
Creamy Beet & Quinoa Curry with Tofu
The earthy sweetness of beets pairs surprisingly well with warm Indian curry spices. This dish isn't just delicious; the natural betacyanin pigments in the beets turn the quinoa a stunning vibrant purple, making it a feast for the eyes as well.
Ingredients
3/4
cup
Quinoa (thoroughly rinsed)
2
medium
Raw Beets (diced)
7
oz
Firm Tofu (pressed and cubed)
1
can (13.5 oz)
Coconut Milk
2
tsp
Curry Powder
2
cloves
Garlic
0.35
oz
Fresh Ginger (approx. 1-inch piece)
2
tbsp
Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil
1
handful
Walnuts (toasted)
1
bunch
Fresh Cilantro
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Equipment Needed
- Skillet
- Saucepan (for quinoa)
Allergen Information
Soy
Tree Nuts (Walnut)
Instructions
1
✓
Cook the quinoa in double the amount of salted water (approx. 15 minutes), then cover and let it rest.
Tip: Resting allows it to absorb the remaining steam, making it fluffy.
2
✓
Cube the tofu and fry in hot oil until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Tip: Tofu gets crispy only if you press the water out of it first.
3
✓
In the same skillet, sauté the diced beets with onion (if using), garlic, and ginger. Stir in the curry powder.
Tip: Toast the spices in the fat briefly (blooming) to intensify their flavor.
4
✓
Pour in the coconut milk and simmer until the beets are tender (approx. 10-15 minutes). Stir in the cooked quinoa and tofu.
Tip: The beets will dye everything purple – that's the goal!
5
✓
Serve topped with toasted walnuts for crunch.
Tip: The earthy flavor of walnuts complements the beets perfectly.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Quinoa (thoroughly rinsed)
- 2 medium Raw Beets (diced)
- 7 oz Firm Tofu (pressed and cubed)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk
- 2 tsp Curry Powder
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.35 oz Fresh Ginger (approx. 1-inch piece)
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil
- 1 handful Walnuts (toasted)
- 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro