Sesame Quinoa With Tofu

Submitted by That is Dr House to

"Modified from Cooking Light who forgot to tell you to press it and to wash the Quinoa completely."

 

• Ready In: 46mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 8 ounces extra firm tofu, drained
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 1⁄2 cups vegetable stock
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup chopped green onion
• 1 tablespoon Braggs liquid aminos
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper

directions

1. Place tofu on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels then place a heavy plate on top.; let stand 20 minutes. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
2. Rinse the Quinoa until the water runs clear. It should NOT look soapy.
3. Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add tofu and sesame; sauté 3 minutes. Remove from pan.
4. Add quinoa to pan; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add stock and salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
5. Place in a large bowl. Add tofu mixture, green onions, Braggs, and pepper; toss.