Spinach and cheddar quinoa cakes with creamy buffalo dip

quinoa (I used red, but any color will do)

barley

water

extra virgin olive oil

large shallot, minced

large garlic clove, minced

baby spinach, roughly chopped

eggs

milk

breadcrumbs

panko breadcrumbs

grated cheddar cheese

salt & pepper

oil for pan frying (extra virgin, coconut or bacon fat will do)

room temperature cream cheese

plain Greek yogurt

buffalo sauce