How to Make Pork Fried Quinoa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quinoa is a versatile and nutritious grain that has gained popularity in recent years for its health benefits and delicious taste. It can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to soups to main courses. One dish that quinoa works particularly well in is Pork Fried Quinoa, a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

With the combination of tender, juicy pork and hearty quinoa, this dish is a great way to incorporate protein and fiber into your diet. The ad...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 ½ cups cold water
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper
  • ½ cup chopped green onion, white and green parts separated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®), or more to taste (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Rinse quinoa in cold water for about 1 minute and drain well.
  • Place in a saucepan and cover with 1 1/2 cup cold water and salt. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir ham, red bell pepper, and the white parts of the green onion until the ham begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Set chopped green onion tops aside. Add garlic, remove from heat, and stir until garlic becomes aromatic, 1 or 2 minutes.
  • Stir in quinoa and return to stove over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add vinegar, soy sauce, chile-garlic sauce, and sesame seeds. Garnish with reserved green onion tops.
  • Nutrition

    287 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 731mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 40mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 204mg