As a foodie and food blogger, it’s pretty much understood that good tasting food gets me excited. Like so excited I immediately start thinking of how to re-create it at home or I’m constantly thinking of new things inspired by what I just ate and how I can put my own spin on things.
I also love just opening the fridge and pantry and seeing what I can throw together. Some of my best dishes have come together this way. I had some bok choy and chinese cabbage at home and after an afternoon of cleaning out my pantry, I found some quinoa. And then this happened.
When cooking quinoa, I usually just add water or chicken broth but wanted to try something new. . something better that would take this quinoa to the next level in taste and flavor and after a delivery of this fabulous wine, I knew what needed to happen. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned when it comes to cooking with wine, it’s use a good quality wine when cooking, one that you would enjoy drinking. It really does make a difference.
Entwine Wines is the official wine of The Food Network so you know it’s good. And let me tell you, it’s good. And this Asian Quinoa might be one . . correction: this is one of the best things I’ve made here on Hip Foodie Mom. If you like quinoa and Asian flavors, you will love this. I made this three times the two weeks I was developing and testing this recipe and ate this (I’m not kidding at all) everyday for lunch for one week straight. I loved it that much.
Entwine Wines makes a Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and this fabulous Pinot Grigio. They are all fabulous and I’m so glad I discovered these wines for the first time in Miami. It was a evening of wine and cheese. What could be better? Want to try some for yourself? Click here to find a store retailer close to you.
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil, split
- 1 small onion, diced
- ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced, split
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup quinoa
- ¼ cup Entwine Wines Pinot Grigio
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 cups bok choy, chopped
- 1 cup Chinese cabbage, chopped
- 8 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- Diced green onions, for garnish
- Using a large heavy bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven over medium high heat, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. After a minute or so, add the onions, ginger and 1 clove of minced garlic and sauté until the onions begin to get soft and tender.
- Season with salt and add in the quinoa. Stir for a minute or two and pour in the wine and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and then turn the heat to low, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is light and fluffy.
- While the quinoa is cooking, using a medium sized non-stick pan over medium high heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and add the remaining garlic. Add the bok choy, Chinese cabbage and mushrooms and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and mix the vegetables gently into the cooked quinoa. Season with soy sauce and the crushed red pepper if using. Taste and add a touch more soy sauce if needed. Let cook for another minute. Garnish with the diced green onions and serve immediately.
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with Entwine Wines. All opinions expressed here are 100% my own.
This quinoa looks so decadent – almost like a quinoa risotto!
haha, yes!! I hope you try it .. so delicious!!
Quinoa + wine? No way! This is so brilliant that I need to shop for Entwine Wines right after work.
yes, Linda you do!!! and I know you’ll find it in CA. . it’s so good!!! My favorite now! I first tried the Chardonnay in Miami and asked the bartender what wine it was because it was so good!!! love them all!
This looks delicious…almost like a risotto! I’m pregnant so I don’t know if it’s okay to cook with wine. What can I substitute the wine with?
Hi Candice,
Thank you! Unfortunately, there’s really no substitute. You can add a bit more chicken broth but the flavor/taste won’t be the same. . but it will still be tasty!! I hope you give the recipe a try. . if you do, please let me know how you like it!
i love cleaning your pantry kind of meals! esp that involves quinoa and veggies in one pot.
Sometimes the best meals happen this way!! thank you Dixya!!
Only one restaurant in my area has Entwine wines! Gah! I’m gonna have to eat there just to try the wine! This quinoa sounds delicious. And it reminds me that I haven’t had bok choy in way too long!
oh no!! you’ve got to try this wine . . it’s so good and yes, love me some bok choy!! 🙂
I’m always looking for new recipes using bok choy. I always have way more than I need from my winter garden. Now I definitely need to try this quinoa with bok choy!
I hope you do try this, Ashley. . it’s really yummy if you like Asian flavored dishes!!!
I’ve done the same with some of my quinoa dishes…I’d eat them day after day…and long for more. Sure sign of a winner! Now I need to work in an Asian twist…yours looks fantastic.
Thanks so much, Liz!! 🙂 and good to know I’m not alone with the eating quinoa like 3-4 days straight! ha!
I love how you made this gourmet Asian quinoa! I’ve never thought to use wine with it, but it really has to be good because wine does make almost everything better. 🙂 Love this idea — pinning!
Thanks so much, Marcie!! I hope you try this. . it’s really delicious!!
I love bok chop AND quinoa. This is the perfect recipe for me!
This dish is fabulous! I love quinoa but have never tried cooking it with wine before – that is such a tasty and great idea! And of course, love the Asian twist on this dish – it sounds amazing with the soy sauce, chinese cabbage and bok choy!
I bet the flavor in this is amped up with the wine – love that idea!
I love cleaning-out-fridge meals!! Also, how did I not know Food Network has an official wine? I need to get my hands on one of those babies!
I have just recently discovered bok choy – I LOVE the idea of pairing it with quinoa!
I love this kind of fusion food! Bok Choy + Quinoa sounds so delicious.
This quinoa looks absolutely delicious. . Quinoa and wine is such a brilliant idea.. love it! !
This looks delicious and classy!! Now just pass me a glass of that wine too 🙂
Love the wine in there Alice! Looks delicious! I need to eat more quinoa.
I love this dish! It’s funny, some of my most “creative” cooking happens with quinoa too! It’s always like… okay I have quinoa, what can I add to it?? Bok choy is so great, I love that you used it here. And I’ll hit up that wine just as soon as I deliver this baby… I definitely miss wine!!!
I love this dish! It’s funny, some of my most “creative” cooking happens with quinoa too! It’s always like… okay I have quinoa, what can I add to it?? Bok choy is so great, I love that you used it here. And I’ll hit up that wine just as soon as I deliver this baby… I definitely miss wine!!!
Beautiful! I love when you force me to think outside the “norm” and create beautiful delicous meals for my family!
I was just wondering about making an Asian dish with quinoa, as I have some. This looks spectacular, and thanks for perfecting the recipe so I don’t have to experiment!!!
I noticed that nobody has shilled for Entwine wines in the last 10 minutes, so I thought I’d stop in and say “I can’t wait to try Entwine wines!”.
Hi there,
I have tried this recipe twice now and it is absolutely delicious!
I also added an extra type of mushroom, broccoli (just the sprouts) and cooked the quinoa separately before adding it!
This is a fantastic recipe which you can alter (or not!) to add more or less the flavours that you like!
This is a total keeper, I LOVE IT!
Thankyou for this recipe!
Hi Emma, thank you so much for the comment!!! So happy you love it! 🙂 and love your additions as well!