Quinoa Veg Fried Rice | How to cook Perfect Fluffy Quinoa | Weight Loss Recipe

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor profile.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier and vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: scrambled egg substitute

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Fresh vegetables enhance flavor while frozen options are cost-effective.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

Cook quinoa in a pot with water until fluffy, about 15 minutes.

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked quinoa to the skillet and mix well with vegetables.

Pour in soy sauce, stirring to combine evenly.

Add black pepper and salt to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Push the quinoa mixture to one side of the skillet.

Crack an egg on the empty side and scramble until cooked through.

Mix the scrambled egg into the quinoa mixture thoroughly.

Add chopped green onions and cilantro, stirring to combine.

Remove from heat and serve warm.

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