Vanilla brings a dark, rich, sweet-and-spice note and a ton of aromatics. Cardamom, meanwhile, is also aromatic, but with a grassier, herbaceous character.

Meanwhile, bring quinoa, vanilla bean and 250ml water to the boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, reduce heat to medium and simmer until liquid evaporates and quinoa is tender (12-15 minutes).

Panko-crusted vegetarian patties crisp up deliciously in the skillet. 1996 F&W Best New Chef Maria Helm Sinskey says, “I add quinoa to make these semolina cakes a little fluffier and healthier.

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Savory Quinoa Cakes. Makes 7 servings. Preheat the oven to 350F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper (do not use a silicone mat, because the cakes tend to stick to the mat).

The breakfast menu at Tulip Noir includes John's Quinoa ($6.50 for a cup or $9.50 for a bowl), a cereal-like dish made with red quinoa, steel-cut oats, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds and barley.