Hangover Thai Fried Quinoa

Let’s be real… some Sundays are SCARY. So on the rare occasion where i’m feeling slightly ‘under the weather’, I always crave something that feels a little bit naughty, but is actually pretty nice. This is my healthy Thai inspired fried quinoa in a peanutty satay with nuggets of cripsy tofu, broccoli, soft scrambles, kaffir lime and a kick of chilli oil. This recipe is not only delicious, but contains ample amounts of slow-release carbs, protein, fibre and antioxidants like ‘indole-3-carbinole’ to promote liver detoxification and bring you back to life.

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Serves 2-3

Prep Time 5 Mins

Cook Time 10 Mins

Method

1
Crack the eggs and add one tablespoon of tamari into a small mixing bowl. Whisk until combine, then set aside.
2
In another bowl, add the garlic, ginger, remaining tamari, fish sauce, maple syrup, lime juice and peanut butter. Whisk until smooth, then set aside.
3
Pat the tofu dry with some paper towel to remove any excess moisture, then crumble into small chunks. Transfer into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle over the corn starch and salt, then toss well.
4
Heat a one tablespoon of olive oil in a large non stick pan over a high heat. Add the eggs and soft scramble briefly. Remove from the heat and transfer onto a plate, gently breaking up the scramble using your spatular. Set aside.
5
Place the pan back on the heat and add the tofu, tossing until it begins to turn golden and crispy on all sides. Remove and set aside.
6
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large wok (or non stick pan) over a high heat. Add the onion and broccoli, tossing until the onion starts to turn golden and the broccoli begins to soften. Add the cold quinoa, green chilli, mint, Thai basil, kaffir lime and the satay sauce, stirring well. Cook until the quinoa begins to crisp up and stick to the base of the wok. Turn off the heat and gently fold through the fried tofu and soft scrambled eggs.
7
Serve the fried quinoa immediately amongst bowls, topping with some chilli oil is desired.