Have you ever tried fermented black garlic? I saw some when I was at Trader Joe’s a few weeks ago,and I just had to try it. I’m glad I did! It’s mild and a little bit sweet and adds a note of wtf-is-this-awesomeness to a humble stir-fry.

I made this the other night when faced with a craving for a grain & veggie /vehicle-for-poached-egg dinner. I made a large amount so I would have leftovers for the next day, but you can definitely make a smaller amount if preferred.

Serves 2 (or 1, twice)

Ingredients: 

• ~2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 head black garlic, peeled and sliced thinly
• 1 10-oz package shredded brussels sprouts
• 1 tsp light soy sauce (optional)
• salt & pepper to taste, if desired
• ~1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup roasted golden beets
• 2 poached eggs
• tahini, for drizzle (optional)

Directions: 

1. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and cook a few minutes until fragrant.
3. Add shredded brussels sprouts and cook until wilted and hot. Add soy sauce and salt/pepper if using.
4. Add quinoa and beets. Cook until flavors are well-blended.
5. Serve hot. Divide into two bowls and top each with a poached egg. Drizzle with tahini if desired.

Have you ever tried black garlic? What are some of your favorite dinner recipes?