Cranberry Quinoa Pulav

Quinoa is called a 'SuperFood' and is one of the go-to ingredient for weight lose because it's extremely rich in complete protein and complex carbs. Here's Quinoa prepared Desi style with Cranberry as Pulav,

Ingredients

- 1 Cup Quinoa, 1 Carrot, 1 Onion, 1 Sereno Chilli, 2-3 Garlic Cloves
- 12-15 Dried Cranberries, 1 Cup Corn, 1 Cup Peas, 1/2 Lime, 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Cloves, 1 Cardamom, 1 Bay Leaf, 1 Cinnamon Stick
- Cumin Seeds, Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder, Garam Masala & Salt

Recipe

- In preparation, thoroughly wash Quinoa multiple times and then soak it for 30 minutes.
- While Quinoa is soaked, in a skillet, hit Olive Oil and add Cumin Seeds.
- Further add Clove, Cardamom, Bay Leaf and Cinnamon stick. Saute it for 2-3 minutes.
- Add mashed or finely chopped Garlic Cloves, finely chopped Onion and Chilli. Saute it for 2 minutes.


- Add Cranberries, Corn, Peas and Carrot; mix it well and saute for 3-5 minutes.
- Add Turmeric Powder, Coriander Powder, Garam Masala and pinch of salt for the vegetables.
- Let if cook for 5 minutes till the vegetable is half cooked.


- Add the Quinoa and mix it well. Saute if for 2 Minutes.


- Add 3 Cups of water, Lime Juice and close the lid, cook the Quinoa for 30 minutes on low heat.
- Keep checking the Water every few minutes and add more if required.


The Pulav can be enjoyed with Curd Raita or Green Chutney or with Sauteed Broccoli as I did,