Golden Chickpea And Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant pilaf featuring protein-packed chickpeas and quinoa, spiced with warm Indian flavors for a hearty and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 500 g Chicken Whole
• 250 g Mutton
• 100 G Kolhapuri Masala
• 500 Ml Champion Oil
• 10G Red Chili Powder
• 500 g Onion
• 100 g Garlic
• 100 g Quinoa
• - Tong Garden Cheddar N Jalapeno Chickpeas
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• - Tomato Ketchup
• loose Ginger
• 250g Green Chilli
• 100 g Jeera
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Coriander Powder
• 45 g Garam Masala
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water and set aside to drain.
2. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan and add cumin seeds until they sizzle.
3. 3. Add chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chili, and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and release juices.
5. 5. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and garam masala, mixing well.
6. 6. Pour in coconut milk and water, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
7. 7. Add the drained quinoa and cooked chickpeas, stirring well to combine.
8. 8. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
9. 9. Check for seasoning and adjust salt if necessary before turning off the heat.
10. 10. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fluff the pilaf gently with a fork.
11. 11. Serve hot in bowls, ensuring an even distribution of chickpeas and quinoa.