Vegan Pineapple Fried Quinoa

You will need

• 1 cup quinoa, uncooked
• 2 cups water
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 1-1/2 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 3/4 cup frozen peas
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (227 g.) DOLE^® Tropical Gold Pineapple Chunks, drained
  

Method

1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Set quinoa aside, covered, for 10 minutes.
   
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2. Add coconut oil to a pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and cook for about 3 minutes, until fragrant.
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4. Add the peas, bell pepper, and pineapple, and cook over high-heat for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pineapple just starts to caramelize.
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5. Add the cooked quinoa, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional minute. Serve hot.
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