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Healthy Quinoa Pulao

Radha81 thumbnail
Posted: 5 years ago
Quinoa is a complete source of protein and a great source of omega- 3 fatty acids. Here is an exciting way to add quinoa to your daily diet.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EE0jGiTexyo

Ingredients
Quinoa 1 cup
cinnamon stick - 1 inch piece
cloves - 2-3
green cardamom -2
star anise - 1
onions - 1 cup
tomatoes -1
ginger- garlic paste - 1 tblspn
mixed vegetables - 1 cup

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Posted: 4 years ago

This is quite good 5 minutes about cooking that dish with all possible outcomes. Method:

1. Wash Quinoa and soak in ample water for 30 minutes.

2. Drain all water and set aside.

3. In a pan, heat Oil on medium heat.

4. Drop in Whole Spices – Bay Leaf, Cinnamon Stick, Black and Green Cardamom. Cook for 30 seconds.

5. Add in Black Pepper, Cloves and Cumin Seeds. Let them sizzle.

6. Add Turmeric Powder and Onions. Cook for 1 minute.

7. Add Ginger, Garlic and Green Chilies, mix and cook till Onions get translucent.

8. Add Quinoa and roast 5 minutes.

9. Add Vegetables, Garam Masala, Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder and Salt. Mix

10. Pour in Water and add Lemon Juice.

11. Mix and let the water come to boil.

12. Reduce flame to low, cover with tight lid and cook for 30 minutes.

13. Remove lid, fluff Quinoa gently, cover and let it rest for 5 minutes.

14. Garnish with Cilantro and serve.

Edited by Granrad - 4 years ago