Quinoa and Fresh Corn "Fried Rice" Recipe

Name: Quinoa and Fresh Corn "Fried Rice"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked quinoa; 2 cups water; Pinch of kosher or sea salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 ears of corn, shucked, about 2 cups; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame seed oil; 3 green onions, sliced; Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked quinoa
2 cups water
Pinch of kosher or sea salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ears of corn, shucked, about 2 cups
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seed oil
3 green onions, sliced
Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

1
Combine the quinoa, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.
2
Bring the water to a boil, and after the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
3
Gently simmer, covered, for 15 minutes (there may still be some water not yet absorbed).
4
Remove from heat.
5
Keeping the pan covered, let it stand for 5 minutes, or until the remaining water is absorbed.
6
Remove the lid and gently fluff the quinoa.
7
Set aside to cool.
8
After it has cooled to room temperature, cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours or until chilled.
9
The quinoa can be cooked and refrigerated the day before.
10
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Add the oil, and then stir in the onions and garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until soft.
12
Stir in the corn and cook for another 2 minutes or until plump.
13
Increase the heat to high and stir in the egg, soy sauce, and sesame seed oil.
14
Cook for 1 minute or until the egg is set and then remove from heat.
15
Stir in the cooked quinoa and green onions and cook for 1 minute or until heated through.
16
Season with black pepper and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked quinoa, 2 cups water, Pinch of kosher or sea salt, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Quinoa and Fresh Corn "Fried Rice" falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa and Fresh Corn "Fried Rice"

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