Quinoa Pulao (Pilaf)

Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1 1/2 cups pure water
• 1 cup diced mixed vegetables of your choice (1/4 inch dice)
• 1/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/8 tsp ground clove
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp sweet paprika
• Rock salt to taste(optional)
• 1 tbsp ghee

Preparation

1. Wash the quinoa thoroughly by rinsing it several times. Drain.
2. Heat a pan and roast the quinoa dry for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Add water and the diced vegetables, stir and bring to a boil.
4. Cover, reduce heat and cook at a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes.
5. Heat ghee in a pan until clear. Add the powdered spices and stir briefly to release aroma and flavor.
6. Remove from heat.
7. Stir in the salt and the ghee-spice mix into the quinoa.
8. Enjoy warm.