Follow these steps for perfect results
Curry powder
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt
Quinoa
cooked
Garlic
finely diced or crushed
Brown Sugar (Demerara Sugar)
Soy sauce
Onions
chopped
Eggs
whisked
Black pepper powder
Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)
diced
Brown Rice
cooked
Green peas (Matar)
Carrots (Gajjar)
finely diced
Curry leaves
Mix cooked quinoa and brown rice in a bowl, breaking down any lumps.
Grease hands with vegetable oil if needed to prevent sticking.
Set the quinoa and rice mixture aside.
Heat a little oil in a pan.
Add whisked egg and scramble vigorously until cooked into small bits.
Transfer scrambled eggs to a plate.
Add remaining oil to the same wok.
Add garlic and curry leaves and saute for 30 seconds.
Add onions and peppers and saute for another 30 seconds.
Add peas and carrots and saute on high heat for 1-2 minutes, until vegetables are half-cooked.
Add curry powder, soy sauce, salt, sugar, and pepper.
Stir and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the quinoa rice mixture and stir-fry until well combined.
Add the scrambled egg and combine.
Turn off the heat and transfer to a serving plate.
Serve with Pumpkin raita or Lauki raita.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made ahead and reheated.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped scallions.
Serve hot as a main course.
Serve with raita or yogurt.
Pairs well with the spice and savory flavors.
Cleanses the palate between bites.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Reflects the fusion of traditional Indian spices with global grains like quinoa.
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