Quinoa Fried Rice

Quinoa Fried Rice

A healthier twist on classic fried rice, using quinoa instead of rice. Packed with vegetables and a savory sauce.

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Servings
4
Time Required
35 min

Ingredients

1.5 cups quinoa
3 cups water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 piece onion
3 cloves garlic
2 piece carrots
0.5 cup peas
4 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 piece egg
2 piece green onions

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Instructions

1

Cook 1.5 cups quinoa in 3 cups water according to package directions. Let cool completely.

2

Finely chop the 1 piece onion, mince the 3 cloves cloves of garlic, and dice the 2 piece carrots.

3

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

5 min

4

Add the garlic and carrots and stir-fry for 3 minutes.

3 min

5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Crack the 2 piece eggs into the empty side and scramble until cooked.

6

Add the cooled quinoa and 0.5 cup peas to the skillet. Stir in the 4 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil.

7

Stir-fry for another 5 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.

5 min

8

Garnish with chopped 2 piece green onions before serving.

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