African Grey Pilaf
This recipe has been developed to provide the nutrients necessary for good health in African Grey parrots. Quinoa and sesame seeds are both sources of calcium. Brazil nuts are high in selenium. Yams and dark green leafy vegetables provide valuable Vitamin A. The oil blend contributes essential fatty acids.
· 1/2 cup quinoa (pronounced keen-wa)
· 1 cup water
· 1 cup grated yams, sweet potatoes or carrots, fresh corn kernels or ½ cup frozen
· 1/2 cup grated broccoli or other finely chopped dark green leafy vegetable
· 1/4 cup grated Brazil nuts
· 1/4 cup unhulled sesame seed
· 1/4 cup canary seed mix (optional)
· 1/4 cup Abba Green 92 (or other) nestling food (optional)
· 2 teaspoon Udo’s Oil blend (look at health food store for this)
Bring water to a boil and add quinoa. After mixture has come to a boil again, cover and turn heat to medium-low. Cook for five minutes, and then add carrots or yams. Cover again and cook for another 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Turn into a bowl and mix with other ingredients. Serve warm (no hotter than 110 degrees) or at room temperature. (Feel free to experiment with this recipe. You can use almost any combination of fruits and vegetables. Most parrots love this mixture.)