Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

Curry powder

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 pinch

Salt

2 cup

Quinoa

cooked

0.5 tsp

Garlic

finely diced or crushed

0.13 tsp

Brown Sugar (Demerara Sugar)

1 tsp

Soy sauce

1 cup

Onions

chopped

2 unit

Eggs

whisked

1 pinch

Black pepper powder

0.5 cup

Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)

diced

1 cup

Brown Rice

cooked

0.5 cup

Green peas (Matar)

0.5 cup

Carrots (Gajjar)

finely diced

1 sprig

Curry leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Mix cooked quinoa and brown rice in a bowl, breaking down any lumps.

Step 2
~3 min

Grease hands with vegetable oil if needed to prevent sticking.

Step 3
~3 min

Set the quinoa and rice mixture aside.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat a little oil in a pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Add whisked egg and scramble vigorously until cooked into small bits.

Step 6
~3 min

Transfer scrambled eggs to a plate.

Step 7
~3 min

Add remaining oil to the same wok.

Step 8
~3 min

Add garlic and curry leaves and saute for 30 seconds.

Step 9
~3 min

Add onions and peppers and saute for another 30 seconds.

Step 10
~3 min

Add peas and carrots and saute on high heat for 1-2 minutes, until vegetables are half-cooked.

Step 11
~3 min

Add curry powder, soy sauce, salt, sugar, and pepper.

Step 12
~3 min

Stir and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 13
~3 min

Add the quinoa rice mixture and stir-fry until well combined.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the scrambled egg and combine.

Step 15
~3 min

Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving plate.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve with Pumpkin raita or Lauki raita.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust curry powder to taste.

Use day-old cooked rice and quinoa for best results.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a main course.

Serve with raita or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Pickles
Papadums

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Reflects the fusion of traditional Indian spices with global grains like quinoa.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Potluck
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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