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Quick Easy Curry Quinoa in 30 Minutes

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A quick, flavorful curry quinoa made in 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect as a side or base for veggies and protein.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about ¾ cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric (optional)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • Optional: ½ cup frozen peas, squeeze of lemon juice, handful of fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for about 1 minute, rubbing the grains gently until the water runs clear.
  2. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed quinoa to the pot. Stir and let it toast for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it starts to pop and smell nutty.
  5. Sprinkle in the curry powder, cumin, and turmeric (if using). Stir constantly for about 30 seconds to coat the quinoa evenly.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the salt and black pepper. Stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
  8. After 15 minutes, remove the lid. The quinoa should have absorbed all the liquid and have tiny white rings. Fluff gently with a fork. If wet, cover and let sit off heat for 2 more minutes.
  9. Stir in any optional mix-ins (frozen peas, lemon juice, cilantro). Taste and adjust salt or curry powder if needed.
  10. Let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

Toast the quinoa properly for best flavor. Use broth instead of water for more depth. Let the quinoa rest after cooking for fluffier texture. Adjust spice level to taste.

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