Jain-Friendly Maharashtrian Quinoa Masala Recipe

About this recipe

A nutritious Jain-friendly Maharashtrian-inspired dinner dish with quinoa, spiced vegetables, and coconut, perfect for weight loss goals.

Ingredients

• 200 g Green Peas
• 250 g Carrot
• 20G Curry Leaves
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Quinoa
• 250 ml Coconut Milk
• - Mustard Seeds
• 1 kg Bell Peppers
• - Coconut Oil
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• 10G Salt
• 250g Coriander
• 1 pc (200 g) Dabur Hommade Tomato Puree

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter. Add curry leaves and sauté for 30 seconds.
2. Step 2: Add diced carrots, capsicum, and green peas to the pan. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
3. Step 3: Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the tomato puree and cook for 3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Add rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of water to the pan. Stir well, cover, and let it cook on low heat for 18–20 minutes, or until the quinoa is fully cooked and fluffy.
6. Step 6: Stir in coconut milk and cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
7. Step 7: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.