Saffron Quinoa Pilaf With Spiced Chickpeas Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant saffron-infused quinoa pilaf paired with spiced chickpeas, delivering bold flavors and high protein in every bite.

Ingredients

• 100 g Quinoa
• - Tong Garden Cheddar N Jalapeno Chickpeas
• 500 g Onion
• - Tomato Ketchup
• 250g Green Chilli
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 100 g Jeera
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 45 g Garam Masala
• 100 g Salt
• - Coriander Powder
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under water to remove bitterness.
2. 2. Soak saffron strands in 2 tablespoons of warm water and set aside.
3. 3. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.
4. 4. Add finely chopped onion, ginger, and garlic; sauté until golden brown.
5. 5. Stir in chopped tomato, green chili, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt; cook until the tomato softens.
6. 6. Add the cooked chickpeas to the pan and mix well with the spices.
7. 7. Add the rinsed quinoa and stir to coat it with the spice mixture.
8. 8. Pour in 250 ml of water and the saffron water, mixing gently.
9. 9. Cover the pan and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until the quinoa is cooked.
10. 10. Sprinkle garam masala and chopped cilantro before turning off the heat.
11. 11. Let the pilaf rest, covered, for 5 minutes to absorb any remaining moisture.
12. 12. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve warm.