Ingredients for A Quinoa Pilaf That You Ll Love
- Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot
- Dried Oregano
- 1 cup quinoa
- Chicken Broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Frozen Peas
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Black Pepper
How to Make A Quinoa Pilaf That You Ll Love
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes, or until softened. Add 1 teaspoon of your favorite herb or spice (e.g., cumin, coriander, Italian seasoning) and cook for another minute.
- Add 1 cup quinoa to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- Pour in 2 cups of vegetable or chicken stock and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in 1/2 cup frozen peas.
- Cover and cook for 5 minutes more, or until the peas are heated through and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
17 g
Sugar
12g
Fat
4g
Carbs
11g