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Quinoa Stir Fry

Cultural Context

Quinoa stir fry blends traditional Chinese stir-frying techniques with the nutritious superfood quinoa, which originated in the Andean region of South America. This dish reflects the growing trend of incorporating global ingredients into everyday cooking, appealing to health-conscious eaters. Today, quinoa stir fry is popular in many parts of the world, celebrated for its versatility and ability to absorb flavors.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cooked quinoa
several cloves of garlic
salt
pepper
bit of parsley
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon coriander
pinch of saffron powder
300g raw prawns
1/2 cup beans
1/2 cup carrot
1/2 onion
capsicum (green or red)
1 tablespoon oil
soy and garlic marinade

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tempeh

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: chickpeas

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while chickpeas are more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tamari

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

1

Add 1 tablespoon of oil to a pan.

2

Add 300g raw prawns to the pan.

3

Pour in soy and garlic marinade over the prawns and mix.

4

Cook the prawns for about 2 minutes.

5

While cooking, add salt and pepper to the prawns.

6

Add several cloves of garlic and a bit of parsley to the prawns.

7

Add 1 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon coriander to the mixture.

8

Add a pinch of saffron powder to the prawns and mix well.

9

Add 1/2 cup beans, 1/2 cup carrot, 1/2 onion, and capsicum to the pan.

10

Cook the vegetables for about 1 to 2 minutes until tender.

11

Add the cooked quinoa to the pan and mix everything well.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-freedairy-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Quinoa Vegetable Stir FryVegetable Quinoa Stir Fry

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