Firstly, press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Add oil or ghee, and once it's hot, add all the whole spices. Saute for a few seconds.
Then add onions, green chili, ginger-garlic paste, and saute for 2-3 minutes until onions turn soft and light brown – stir regularly.
Next, add mixed vegetables, mint, and cook for a minute.
Then add rinsed quinoa, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, salt, and water and mix everything well. Adjust seasoning at this stage.
Furthermore, close the lid on the pot and set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and timer to 2 minutes.
After the Instant Pot beeps, Wait for Natural Pressure Release (NPR).
Lastly, remove the lid from you, squeeze some lime juice and garnish with coriander leaves.
Quinoa & Vegetable Pilaf in Instant Pot is ready. Serve with raita or plain yogurt.