High Protein
Quinoa & Matar Pulao with Peanuts
By Nitin Jain • 11/13/2025
A lighter pulao that swaps rice for quinoa and adds roasted peanuts for crunch and protein.
Quinoa adds complete proteins; peanuts boost texture and protein further.
This dish is naturally gluten-free and packed with amino acids.
Ingredients
- •1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- •1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- •1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- •1 medium onion, sliced
- •1 bay leaf, 2 cloves, 1-inch cinnamon
- •1 tbsp ghee or oil
- •2 cups vegetable stock or water
- •Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1.In a pan, heat ghee and add whole spices and onions. Sauté until translucent.
- 2.Add quinoa and toast for 1–2 minutes. Add peas and peanuts.
- 3.Pour stock, bring to boil, then simmer covered for 12–15 minutes until quinoa is cooked.
- 4.Fluff with fork and serve garnished with coriander.
FAQ
Can I use brown rice?
Yes, but adjust water and cooking time.
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