How To Make South American-style Quinoa with Fried Eggs
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 eggs
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then drain.
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In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until fluffy and tender.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
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Stir in the cooked quinoa, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined.
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In a separate non-stick skillet, fry the eggs to your preferred doneness.
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Divide the quinoa mixture into four plates and top each with a fried egg. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 340 kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 186mg
- Sodium : 420mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 6g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 15g
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