
Vegan Pineapple Fried Quinoa
A healthy dish and alternative to fried rice.
- Prep Time
- 45 mins
- Total Time
- 45 mins
- Serves
- 6
- Calories
- 190
Ingredients
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1 cup quinoa, uncooked
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2 cups water
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1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon coconut oil
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1/2 cup chopped red onion
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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3 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
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1-1/2 teaspoons red chili flakes
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3/4 cup frozen peas
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1 red bell pepper, diced
Steps to Sunshine!
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Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Set quinoa aside, covered, for 10 minutes.
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Add coconut oil to a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add onion, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and cook for about 3 minutes, until fragrant.
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Add the peas, bell pepper, and pineapple, and cook over high-heat for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pineapple just starts to caramelize.
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Add the cooked quinoa, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional minute. Serve hot.