Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork
Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork blends nutty quinoa with smoky browned ham, sweet red bell pepper, and aromatic green onion for a balanced bite. A splash of soy and rice vinegar brightens the grains while a hint of chile-garlic heat lingers. Serve this for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch that feels light yet hearty.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 42
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse the quinoa under cold water for about 1 minute, then drain well.
- 2
Put the quinoa in a saucepan and cover with 1 1/2 cups cold water. Season with salt and bring to a boil.
- 3
Lower the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
- 4
Take it off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ham, bell pepper, and the white parts of the green onion; cook until the ham starts to brown, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the garlic and remove from the heat; stir until the garlic is fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
- 7
Stir in the fluffed quinoa and return the skillet to the stove over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 8
Remove from the heat and add the vinegar, soy sauce, chile-garlic sauce, and sesame seeds. Garnish with the dark green parts of the green onion.
- Calories 516.49 kcal High 26%
- Protein 18.06 g Good Source 36%
- Carbohydrate 82.32 g 30%
- Total Fat 8.85 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 1.63 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 33.3 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 985.68 mg High 43%
- Dietary Fiber 6.21 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 7.18 g --
- Added Sugars 3.92 g Moderate 8%
- Calcium 33.74 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.33 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 114.2 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 13.39 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 36.29 mg Good Source 40%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
About This Recipe
Quinoa Fried "Rice" with Pork is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Ham, Green Onion, Minced Garlic, and Quinoa. Each serving provides about 516.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Ham, Green Onion, Minced Garlic, Quinoa, Red Bell Pepper. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork?
- About 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 516.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork healthy?
- Quinoa Fried “Rice” with Pork has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 516.49 calories and 18.06 g of protein, or 36% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 985.68 mg (43% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 1.63 g (8% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.92 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy and Sesame, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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