A Healthy Alternative To Chicken Fried Rice
August 8, 2012 in Uncategorized
According to 3FatChicks.com, Quinoa is a heart friendly grain that originated in South America. It is high in protein, and contains all the essential amino acids you need for a balanced diet. It is high in fiber, and 100 grams of quinoa contains approximately half your daily folate and magnesium needs, and over a third of your daily iron needs. It is also a good source of phosphorus, zinc and other B vitamins. It can be used as a substitute for white rice, couscous or other starchy foods. Quinoa has a glycemic index of 53, making it a good choice for low GI diets. Quinoa is also gluten free.
Check out this delicious recipe from IngredientsInc.net!
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Quinoa Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa or 2 cups rice
2 tablespoons sesame or canola oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen baby carrots and green peas, cooked
3 green onions, chopped
2 eggs, scrambled
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 Low sodium soy sauce to taste (gluten-free if needed)
2 tablespoons sesame or canola oil
1 (16 ounce) package frozen baby carrots and green peas, cooked
3 green onions, chopped
2 eggs, scrambled
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 Low sodium soy sauce to taste (gluten-free if needed)
Preparation
1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Set aside and keep warm.2. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over high heat. Stir in carrots and peas and onions; cook about 30 seconds. Crack in eggs, stirring quickly to scramble eggs with vegetables. Stir in cooked quinoa and chicken; cook 5 minutes more. Add soy sauce, and toss to coat.
