Indian-Style Quinoa Fried Rice with Vegetables
A healthy, easy Indian-style quinoa fried rice — packed with veggies and light seasonings — perfect as a wholesome meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly under running water. Drain.
- In a pot, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until water is absorbed (about 12-15 minutes). Turn off heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
- Heat oil in a pan or kadai over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped green chilli. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped carrots, capsicum and green beans. Add a pinch of salt. Stir-fry on medium-high heat until vegetables are tender but still crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the cooked quinoa to the pan. Sprinkle soy sauce and freshly crushed black pepper. Stir well so that quinoa and vegetables mix evenly and heat through (about 2 minutes).
- Taste and adjust salt or soy sauce if needed. Serve hot.
Notes
For more protein, you can add scrambled egg, crumbled paneer or tofu. Use chilled leftover quinoa for better texture. Adjust vegetables as per season and availability.