Fragrant Quinoa And Spinach Pilaf Recipe

Indian cuisine · 283 calories

Fragrant Quinoa and Spinach Pilaf recipe

About this recipe

A hearty one-pot dish with nutty quinoa, fragrant spices, and tender spinach, perfect for a comforting dinner packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

  • 100 g Quinoa
  • 250 g Spinach
  • 500 g Onion
  • - Tomato Ketchup
  • 100 g Garlic
  • loose Ginger
  • 250g Green Chilli
  • 100 g Jeera
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • - Coriander Powder
  • 100 g Salt
  • 250 ml Olive Oil
  • 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under running water to remove any bitterness.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté cumin seeds until aromatic.
  3. 3. Add finely chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and cook until golden brown.
  4. 4. Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, and coriander powder, cooking until the tomatoes break down.
  5. 5. Add the rinsed quinoa to the pan and stir well to coat with spices.
  6. 6. Pour in water, season with salt, and bring to a boil.
  7. 7. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let quinoa cook for 15 minutes until fluffy.
  8. 8. Add chopped spinach to the pan and mix well, cooking until it wilts.
  9. 9. Gently fluff the pilaf with a fork, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  10. 10. Serve warm, garnished with fresh coriander leaves if desired.