Coconut rice and quinoa

Coconut rice and quinoa

This pot of grains is rich, sweet, nutty and full of textures. Start by toasting coconut flakes with raw quinoa for an optional crisp topping, then steam rice and more quinoa with coconut milk. The floral quality of the coconut tempers any bitterness of the quinoa, and cooking rice and quinoa together makes a fluffy, light combination. Serve this as a side to laab, tofu or dal; or make it a meal with a fried egg, lime, and hot sauce.