Quinoa Fried Rice: 5 Delicious Ways to Enjoy This Healthy Dish

This Quinoa Fried Rice is a nutritious and flavorful twist on traditional fried rice, using protein-packed quinoa instead of rice.

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Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted. Add the whisked eggs and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully scrambled. Remove the cooked eggs from the skillet and set them aside on a separate plate.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet and heat until melted. Add the diced carrots, onion, frozen peas, and minced garlic. Season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, or until the onions and carrots are soft and slightly translucent.
Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir until melted. Quickly add the cooked quinoa, sliced green onions, soy sauce, and optional oyster sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring frequently to fry the quinoa evenly.
Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine thoroughly. Drizzle the toasted sesame oil over the mixture, give a final stir, and remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the quinoa fried “rice” warm as a hearty main or side dish, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.