Pan-Fried Quinoa Cakes

Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and is considered a complete protein as it contains all nine essential amino acids.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Pan-Fried Quinoa Cakes

Cooking Method: Pan frying Cuisine: International Courses: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Cooked quinoa
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Breadcrumbs
• ¹⁄₄ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Form the mixture into small patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the quinoa cakes to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot as an appetizer or main course.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.