Spiced Mushroom Quinoa Pilaf Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant and hearty pilaf made with protein-packed quinoa, meaty mushrooms, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 100 g Quinoa
• 500 g Onion
• - Baby Tomatoes
• - Green Peas
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 100 g Jeera
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 45 g Garam Masala
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon
• - Coriander Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under running water to remove bitterness.
2. 2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, letting them sizzle for 30 seconds.
3. 3. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown for about 5 minutes.
4. 4. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until aromatic for 1 minute.
5. 5. Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, forming a thick base for 5 minutes.
6. 6. Mix in mushrooms and green peas, cooking until they release moisture for 5 minutes.
7. 7. Sprinkle turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala, stirring to coat the vegetables well.
8. 8. Add rinsed quinoa and salt, mixing well with the spiced vegetable mixture.
9. 9. Pour water into the pan and bring it to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer.
10. 10. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and absorbs all the liquid.
11. 11. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.
12. 12. Serve hot and enjoy the flavorful, protein-rich pilaf.