How to cook quinoa (keen-wah)

Cook Quinoa (Keen-Wah)

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Quinoa is really a seed not a grain, and is filled with protein. I use this brand because it is pre-washed, others you may have to soak overnight. Check the packaging.

Quinoa is really a seed not a grain, and is filled with protein. I use this brand because it is pre-washed, others you may have to soak overnight. Check the packaging.

Add 2 cups of water

Add 2 cups of water

Per 1 cup Quinoa

Per 1 cup Quinoa

I used a 1 quart pot, a little bigger is fine but I wouldn't go too big. If you are making more at once then of course, use the size you need.

I used a 1 quart pot, a little bigger is fine but I wouldn't go too big. If you are making more at once then of course, use the size you need.

Cover on medium heat

Cover on medium heat

Bring to a boil. Then simmer until all the water is absorbed; about 10-15 minutes.

Bring to a boil. Then simmer until all the water is absorbed; about 10-15 minutes.

At the end it should look like this.

At the end it should look like this.

Fluff with your fork to make sure all the water is gone.

Fluff with your fork to make sure all the water is gone.

You want to be able to see the white rings around each one.

You can season your Quinoa anyway you want. My favorite is rosemary and olive oil. It's also good to use in place of rice for Asian food, or orzo/pasta; make into a cold salad or serve hot with sauce.

Enjoy!

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