Sesame Soy Veggie Stir Fry With Quinoa Recipe

Japanese cuisine · 333 calories

Sesame Soy Veggie Stir Fry with Quinoa recipe

About this recipe

Sesame Soy Veggie Stir-Fry with Quinoa is a quick, wholesome, and delicious dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine with the nutritional powerhouse that is quinoa. This colorful stir-fry features a mix of crisp, tender vegetables sautéed in sesame oil and a savory soy sauce blend, elevated with aromatic spices like star anise and buknu. Quinoa serves as the perfect base, offering a complete protein source, while toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch and spring onion greens provide a fresh finish. With 20g of protein and 605 calories per serving, this meal strikes the perfect balance between taste and nutrition. It's a great choice for busy weekdays when you want something hearty yet light, and it pairs beautifully with a cup of herbal tea. Perfect for home chefs looking to explore Asian-inspired flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 1 ltr Anveshan Cold Pressed Black Sesame Oil
  • - Dark Soy Sauce-90 GM
  • 500 g Whole Farm Premium Quinoa Seeds
  • - Frozen Mixed Vegetables
  • - Star Anise
  • loose Ginger
  • 25G Kp Mut Suk Mas
  • 100 g Red Chili Powder
  • - Rock Salt
  • 50 g White Sesame Seeds
  • 1 bunch Spring Onion

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under running water to remove bitterness, then drain well.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, add quinoa, 300 ml water, and a pinch of rock salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. 3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the star anise for a fragrant base.
  4. 4. Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.
  5. 5. Sprinkle the ginger powder, buknu spice blend, and chilli pepper over the vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
  6. 6. Pour soy sauce into the skillet and mix well, letting the sauce coat the vegetables thoroughly.
  7. 7. Add a pinch of salt and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  8. 8. Remove the star anise from the skillet and discard it.
  9. 9. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and divide it into serving bowls.
  10. 10. Top the quinoa with the stir-fried vegetables, spreading them evenly for a colorful presentation.
  11. 11. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped spring onion greens before serving.