Quinoa Pancakes - Cheap Tuesday Recipe

This weeks recipe had to be based on whatever I had in the pantry and fridge as I am poor with a capital P! So with a bag of Quinoa sitting in my cupboard I decided it was a great opportunity to use this protein-filling alternative to grains and rices.

 Quinoa is actually pronounced KEEN- WAH,

A few reasons why quinoa could be a great addition to your next shopping trip include:

• It contains 10-18% protein and contains all the essential amino acids (which is a great option for non- meat eaters).
• It is rich in insoluble fiber, so good for the digestive system.
• It is a gluten-free option for those who suffer from intolerance or Celiac's disease.
• Quinoa contains minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium.

Quinoa Healthy Pancakes

Adapted this recipe from a recipe on fitsugar.com

Serving: 6-8 Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup of cooked quinoa
• 3/4 cup of plain flour
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tablespoon of margarine 
• 1/4 cup of almond milk ( I used Almond Breeze- 98% Fat free and unsweetened)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons of honey & bit extra for serving
• 1 banana (to top when serving)

Method:

1. Mix quinoa, flour, baking powder and salt in one bowl, and in a separate bowl whisk together eggs, margarine, milk and honey until smooth
2. Combine the two mixtures and whisk until smooth
3. Lightly coat a non-stick fry-pan with margarine or butter and heat to medium temperate
4. Drop one or two scoops of batter into the frying pan (I used a soup ladle) and cook on one side until bubbles appear on the top ( Around 2 minutes)
5. Flip pancake and cook until underneath is brown ( Another 2 minutes)
6. Serve with a drizzle of honey and cut up banana

Easy and Healthy alternative to Sunday Breakfast this Weekend :)