Quinoa Biryani

Directions

1. 1
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2
   Stir in quinoa and allow to toast briefly.
3. 3
   Stir in the garlic, ginger, cinnamon sticks, turmeric, cardamom, and cloves.
4. 4
   Cook and stir until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Pour in the water.
6. 6
   Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil; add potatoes, carrots, and cauliflower.
7. 7
   Recover, then reduce heat to low and cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Stir in the broccoli and green beans, then replace cover and simmer until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Stir in the green peas, and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from heat and discard cinnamon sticks and cloves.
11. 11
    Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
12. 12
    Stir in onion; cook and stir until the onion is golden, about 8 minutes.
13. 13
    Mix in the cashew pieces, stirring constantly until lightly toasted.
14. 14
    Transfer quinoa and vegetables to a large platter or bowl.
15. 15
    Top with the onion/cashew mixture and chopped cilantro.