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Typical biriyanis use polished rice, while this recipe uses a healthier whole grain:[quinoa.](https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/quinoa/#:~:text=Though%20technically%20a%20seed%2C%20Quinoa,and%205%20grams%20of%20fiber.) Plus, it packs a punch in veggie proteins.    ![how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani 2](https://www.assuaged.com/hs-fs/hubfs/02%20-%20Blog%20Images%20From%20Canva/how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani%202.jpg?width=770&name=how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani%202.jpg) ## What Is Tofu? Tofu is a soybean curd made by coagulating milk from soybeans, then pressing the curds into solid white blocks to form consistencies of silken, soft, firm, medium-firm, or extra firm. ![how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani 1](https://www.assuaged.com/hs-fs/hubfs/02%20-%20Blog%20Images%20From%20Canva/how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani%201.jpg?width=899&name=how-to-make-instant-pot-vegan-smoky-tofu-quinoa-biryani%201.jpg) ## What Is Quinoa? 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With firm tofu, place it between a few kitchen paper towels and put something heavy on it, like a skillet. Let excess moisture drain for at least 30 minutes. 2. Chop the tofu into 1-inch sized cubes.  3. Put all the ingredients for marination into a large bowl. Mix well. 4. Throw in the tofu. Ensure it's well coated by the marinade. 5. Cover with a plastic film. Keep it in the refrigerator for an hour, or overnight preferably. 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Press the sauté button on the instant pot and pour in 2 tablespoons of oil. When hot, fry the onions for 7-10 minutes, until golden brown. Take the onions out and keep them aside. 2. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil into the instant pot. Put the peppers in and the marinated tofu, stirring it often so nothing sticks to the bottom. 3. Put all the remaining ingredients, including the caramelized onions, into the instant pot. Seal the lid and cook for 1 minute under high pressure. 4. Allow the pressure to release naturally, then use a fork to fluff the quinoa. 5. Serve hot. 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