Quinoa Pie

A nutritious and simple recipe, Quinoa Pie combines quinoa, meat, and cheese, creating a comforting and delicious dish. Perfect for a homemade meal full of flavor and nutrients. An ideal option to enjoy with family.

The Quinoa Pie combines flavors and textures in a comforting dish.

The preparation of the quinoa with spices and vegetables creates a flavorful base.

The filling of meat, herbs, and olives perfectly complements the quinoa, culminating in an irresistible baked dish.

Quinoa Pie

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Ingredients

1 ½ cup of Quinoa

250 grams of Ground meat

2 Eggs

1 cup of Milk

1 tablespoon of Salted butter

½ kilogram of Fresh cheese

2 Onions

2 Tomatoes

½ Red bell pepper

1 pinch of Pepper

1 Garlic clove

1 pinch of Ground paprika

1 pinch of Salt

Oil

Olives

1 tablespoon of Parsley

1 tablespoon of Celery

1 pinch of Huacataya

1 pinch of Mint

Preparation

Step 1 : First, wash the quinoa thoroughly at least three times, draining it properly to remove residues, and set aside.

Step 2 : Then, chop the garlic, celery, and parsley, and set these ingredients aside.

Step 3 : Next, cook the quinoa in a pot with water until the grains burst. Then, mash it with a wooden spoon, add the butter, milk, and season with salt to taste.

Step 4 : Set this preparation aside for later.

Step 5 : In a skillet, add two tablespoons of oil and cook the meat.

Step 6 : Once it starts to brown, add the scraped onions and continue cooking until they become translucent.

Step 7 : Then, incorporate the mint, huacataya, parsley, pepper, garlic, paprika, peeled and scraped tomatoes, olives, and finally a splash of water.

Step 8 : Allow to cook until the mixture reduces.

Step 9 : To assemble the dish, grease a baking dish with a little oil and place half of the quinoa at the bottom.

Step 10 : On top of this layer of quinoa, evenly distribute the meat mixture with olives.

Step 11 : Add the boiled eggs and pieces of cheese on top and cover with the remaining quinoa.

Step 12 : Beat an egg and pour it over the preparation before baking at medium temperature.

Step 13 : Bake until the cheese melts and the top turns golden.

Step 14 : Once ready, cut into portions and serve to enjoy this delicious dish.

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