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Harissa Quinoa With Shrimp and Chickpeas Recipe

Harissa Quinoa With Shrimp and Chickpeas Recipe
  • Category

    Mains

  • Cusine

    American

Ingredients

1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground coriander

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

3 tablespoons harissa paste

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

3 green onions, thinly sliced

Fresh parsley leaves, for garnish

Directions

Generously season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the shrimp and cook until pink on one side, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook until just barely undercooked, 1 minute more. Remove and set aside, loosely covering to keep warm.