Description
This Quinoa Fried “Rice” recipe offers a wholesome and protein-packed twist on traditional fried rice by using fluffy quinoa instead of rice. Quick and easy to prepare, it combines sautéed vegetables, scrambled eggs, and savory sauces for a delicious, healthy meal that can be ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs and Butter
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 eggs, whisked
Vegetables
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
Grains and Sauces
- 4 cups cooked and chilled quinoa
- 3-4 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons oyster sauce (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Scramble the eggs: Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted. Add the whisked eggs to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softly scrambled. Remove the cooked eggs from the skillet and transfer them to a separate plate to set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: To the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt. Add the diced carrots, onion, frozen peas, and minced garlic. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until the onions and carrots soften and become tender.
- Fry the quinoa: Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, stirring until melted. Immediately add the cooked and chilled quinoa, sliced green onions, soy sauce, and oyster sauce if using. Stir continuously to combine all ingredients and fry the quinoa evenly. Keep stirring and frying for an additional 3 minutes to heat through and develop flavor.
- Combine eggs and finish: Add the scrambled eggs back into the skillet with the quinoa mixture. Stir well to combine everything evenly. Drizzle the toasted sesame oil over the mixture and stir one final time before removing from heat.
- Serve warm: Transfer the quinoa fried rice to plates or bowls and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- All of the goodness of traditional fried rice, but made with protein-packed quinoa instead of rice!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
