Vegetable quinoa biryani

Step 1

Heat avocado oil in a pan. To this, add whole spices like bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, dry chili peppers, cloves and whole cumin seeds.

Step 2

Once the spices start to sizzle, add the chopped veggies and garlic and ginger.

Step 3

Add the remainder of the spices and water and mix well.

Step 4

Cook for about 5 minutes, until veggies have softened and the flavors have incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate pan, alternate with a bed of quinoa layered with the cooked veggies.

Step 6

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

Step 7

Enjoy!