Quinoa Fried Rice Recipe with Shrimp and Veggies | Healthy and Easy Recipe

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos offers a lower sodium option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides protein without cholesterol, while egg substitute is a budget-friendly option.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is often cheaper.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

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

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced sausage and shrimp; sauté for 3-4 minutes until shrimp is cooked through.

Stir in mixed veggies; cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender.

Push the mixture to one side of the skillet; crack eggs into the other side and scramble until cooked.

Combine quinoa with the vegetable mixture; stir well to combine.

Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture; toss to coat evenly.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste; adjust as needed.

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

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