Quinoa Fried Rice 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.

Chop 2 green onions and mince 2 cloves of garlic.

Heat 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil or canola oil in a large skillet until hot.

Crack 2 eggs into the skillet and scramble until cooked; remove to a container.

Add another 1/2 tablespoon of oil to the skillet.

Add chopped green onions, minced garlic, 1/2 cup shredded carrots, and 1 teaspoon fresh ginger to the skillet; stir-fry until fragrant.

Add 2 cups of cooked quinoa to the skillet and stir to combine.

Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and mix well to flavor the dish.

Serve in a dish and drizzle with sriracha hot chili sauce if desired.

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