Alkaline Vegan “Fried Rice” with Quinoa and Vegetables [No Tofu]

Do you like fried rice but don’t want the unhealthy grease that comes with it? Well, this vegan “fried rice” recipe is for you. This “fried rice” is definitely not your average take-out. It’s made with quinoa and plenty of fresh vegetables, so it’s healthy and delicious. And this delicious, alkaline-rich meal that will keep you feeling satisfied for hours. Best of all, there’s no tofu required.

Plus, it’s easy to customize to your liking – feel free to add in whatever protein or vegetable you have on hand.

How to Make Dr. Sebi Quinoa Fried Rice

To make quinoa fried rice, you will need a skillet with a lid. Heat the skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add vegetables to the hot oil and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

To make this dish even more flavorful, try adding some chopped onions, garlic, or herbs to the quinoa before cooking it.

You can also add some diced vegetables, such as peppers, to the pan when you cook the quinoa. If you want a heartier vegan dish, you can add mushrooms, or beans.

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Vegan Quinoa Stir-Fry (No Tofu)

Ingredients

For the Quinoa

• 2 cups Quinoa
• 1 bell pepper
• 2 cherry tomatoes
• peas (optional)

For the Vegetables

• 1 medium onion
• 2 shallots
• 4 green bell peppers, chopped in large chunks
• 4 cremini mushrooms
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• romaine lettuce (optional)

For the Guacamole

• 1 medium avocado
• 1 key lime, juiced
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 2 shallots
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 Plum tomatoes

Instructions:

For the Quinoa

1. Add 1 cup of water to the skillet, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and cover the skillet.
2. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
3. Add in chopped cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions.
4. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors. Set aside.

For the Vegetables

1. Heat the skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil. Sautee onions, green bell pepper and shallots. Add sea salt, stir and set aside
2. Cook cremini mushrooms in agave. Stir in onion powder, sea salt and cayenne pepper. Top on romaine lettuce. Set aside.
3. Mushroom mix into sauteed onion mix.
4. Serve with guacamole

For Guacamole

1. Make some guacamole by mashing avocados. Mix in key lime juice, red onion, shallots, ginger, coriander, sea salt, cayenne pepper and plum tomato.
2. Serve with quinoa and vegetable stir-fry.

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How do you pan fry quinoa?

To pan fry quinoa, you will need a skillet with a lid. Heat the skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add cooked quinoa to the hot oil and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, or until it is golden brown.

What vegetables go in stir-fry first?

Some vegetables that go well in stir-fry are onions, garlic, and carrots. You can also add in some green vegetables like broccoli or spinach. For a more filling dish, you can add in some protein like chicken or shrimp. And for a little bit of sweetness, you can include pineapple or mandarin oranges. Just remember to cut your ingredients into small pieces so that they cook evenly.

What vegetables take the longest to stir-fry?

Some vegetables take the longest to stir-fry because they are not as thin as others. For example, broccoli is a thick vegetable and will take longer to cook than something like onions.

Just keep in mind that some vegetables take a longer time to stir-fry than others. Veggies like broccoli takes a lot longer to cook than carrots. If you want to make a quick and easy stir-fry, it’s best to add in veggies that take longer first.

Do you pre cook veggies for stir-fry?

I usually pre-cook my veggies for stir-fry. I’ll steam or sauté them until they’re just about done, then let them cool before I mix them in with the sauce. This helps to ensure that they don’t get too soggy when I cook them later on.

The harder the vegetable, the firmer it would be and the longer it takes to be cooked. Softer vegetables can be cooked in the same pan as the firmer ones, but they will cook more quickly.

Here is a list of vegetables that are usually used in stir-fries, along with recommended cooking times:

Vegetable	Cooking time
Bok choy	2 minutes
Broccoli	3 minutes
Carrots	3 minutes
Cauliflower	3 minutes
Green beans	2 minutes
Mushrooms	2 minutes
Peppers	2 minutes
Snow peas	2 minutes
Zucchini	2 minutes

Hard vegetables like carrots and broccoli should be cooked before adding softer vegetables like mushrooms and snow peas.

If you are using a wok, you should also keep in mind that the vegetables closest to the heat will cook faster than those further away.

So, if you want all of your vegetables to be evenly cooked, you should place them in the wok in order of hardness, with the hardest ones closest to the heat.

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How do you stir fry frozen vegetables without getting soggy?

You can stir fry frozen vegetables without getting soggy by following these tips:

1. Thaw the vegetables completely before stir frying. Do not try to cook them from frozen.

2. Use a hot wok or large skillet over high heat so the vegetables will cook quickly.

3. Add oil to the pan and heat until it is hot before adding the vegetables.

4. Stir fry the vegetables in small batches so they have plenty of room to cook evenly.

5. Do not overcrowd the pan or the vegetables will steam instead of stir fry.

6. Keep the vegetables moving while they cook so they don’t stick to the pan and become soggy.

7. Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and other spices as desired.

Final Notes

This vegan “fried rice” is a delicious, healthy dish that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It’s also high in protein and fiber, making it the perfect meal for any time of day. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think.

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