Savory Pork and Quinoa Skillet

Name: Savory Pork and Quinoa Skillet
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 250g quinoa; 350ml cold water; salt to taste; 15ml vegetable oil; 150g cubed fully cooked ham; 75g diced red bell pepper; 75g chopped green onion (white and green parts separated); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 15ml rice vinegar; 15ml soy sauce, or to taste; 5g chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®), or more to taste; 5g sesame seeds, or to taste

This flavorful twist on fried rice uses quinoa and pork for a satisfying dish that's sure to become a favorite. The quinoa absorbs the delicious flavors of the savory sauces, making it a wholesome meal option.

55 min

easy

287calories

calories

30g

carbohydrates

13g

fat

fiber

13g

protein

731mg

sodium

sugar

Dinner Side Dish American

Ingredients

250g quinoa

350ml cold water

salt to taste

15ml vegetable oil

150g cubed fully cooked ham

75g diced red bell pepper

75g chopped green onion (white and green parts separated)

3 cloves garlic, minced

15ml rice vinegar

15ml soy sauce, or to taste

5g chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®), or more to taste

5g sesame seeds, or to taste

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water for about 1 minute and then drain well.

Step 2

Place the quinoa into a saucepan and add 350ml cold water. Season with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ham, bell pepper, and the white parts of the green onion; cook until the ham begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and remove from the heat; stir until the garlic becomes aromatic, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the fluffed quinoa and return to the stove over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the vinegar, soy sauce, chile-garlic sauce, and sesame seeds. Garnish with the dark green parts of the green onion.