Quinoa And Mixed Vegetable Pulao

Quinoa is perfect for vegetarians and vegans . Quinoa is gluten free, low in fat, rich in fiber and it is the wonderful food that is often referred to as a complete protein foods. Quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids needed for human health.

Quinoa with vegetables is easy to prepare. It is very delicious, filling, healthy and is a wholesome meal. Try this Quinoa Pulao recipe and enjoy the health benefits and wonderful taste of Quinoa!

Quinoa And Mixed Vegetable Pulao

Prep time           : 15 minutes
Cooking time    : 15 minutes
Total time          : 30 minutes

Servings    : 2

Category   : Vegetarian
Cuisine      : Indian

Ingredients:

1 Cup quinoa ,soaked and drained
1 Small sliced onion
2 Slit green chilies
1 Inch ginger piece
1 Medium size carrot roughly chopped
5-6 French beans roughly chopped
1/4 Cup corn kernels
1 Teaspoon cumin seeds
1 Teaspoon red chili powder
1/4 Teaspoon turmeric powder
0.5 Teaspoon garam masala
1 Tablespoon oil
Salt to taste 
2 Cups of water
Cilantro

Preparation:

• Wash and soak quinoa for at least 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• Roughly chop the vegetables .
• Mince ginger or grind it coarsely.

Method:

• Heat oil and add cumin seeds. When cumin seeds sizzle, add minced ginger, onion and slit green chilies. Sauté until onions turn transparent.
• Add carrots, beans ,corn kernels and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
• Add quinoa and mix well. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder and garam masala powder. Mix well.
• Add 2 cups of water. Cover and cook till the quinoa is completely done.
• Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Note:

• The consistency of water is just the same as we put in ,to prepare rice 1 : 2 ratio.