Budin de Quinoa y Coco: Quinoa Coconut Pudding
Makes 4 servings
¾ c. quinoa
2¼ c. milk
1 c. coconut milk
¼ c. sugar
¼ t. salt
1 t. vanilla extract
½ c. toasted coconut
Sliced fresh pineapple (optional)
Rinse quinoa under running water in a fine mesh strainer. Set aside.
In a double boiler over simmering water, combine the milk and coconut milk. Stir in quinoa, sugar and salt.
Stir until quinoa is tender and milk has been absorbed. Taste and add more sugar if desired. Set aside to cool.
Serve in parfait or margarita glasses, topped with toasted coconut. Garnish with a pineapple slice on glass rim if desired.
Recipe courtesy of Karen Hursh Graber.