EXACTLY HOW TO MAKE PERFECT QUINOA
Rinsing removes this gluten-free pseudo-grain's natural coating, called saponin, which can make it taste bitter. (Quinoa is technically a seed.) Although most boxed quinoa is prerinsed, it doesn't hurt to give it an extra rinse at home. Allowing the quinoa to steam helps it absorb any remaining traces of liquid and plump up. Use this as a base in our Apple Quinoa Bowl With Cinnamon Ricotta, or in our Bacon and Avocado Quinoa Bowl With Buttermilk-Chive Drizzle.
Provided by Jamie Vespa, MS, RD
Time 25m
Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place quinoa in a fine wire-mesh strainer; rinse under running water 1 minute. Drain. Bring quinoa, 1 3/4 cups water, and salt to a boil in a saucepan over high. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until liquid is mostly absorbed, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and let steam, covered, 10 minutes. Drain any excess cooking liquid.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 122 mg, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g
HOW TO COOK QUINOA
We love this diminutive grain for its gentle nutty flavor, speedy preparation time, and exceptional nutritional profile. Whether you choose white, red, black, or a rainbow blend, our basic recipe turns out perfectly cooked quinoa every time.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Quinoa Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Combine quinoa, 1 1/2 cups water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook over low heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Use immediately, or spread on a rimmed baking sheet to let cool.
PERFECT QUINOA
Learn how to cook perfect quinoa, every time. I've tried all the other quinoa cooking methods and this one works best. It's easy to cook fluffy quinoa when you know the right way to do it!
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Staple
Time 22m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Rinse the quinoa: Pour the quinoa into a fine mesh colander and rinse under running water for at least 30 seconds. Drain well. This step removes any bitterness on the outside of the quinoa (caused by naturally occurring saponins).
- Combine the rinsed quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then decrease the heat a bit to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook until the quinoa has absorbed all of the water, about 10 to 20 minutes (small amounts of quinoa will be ready closer to 10 minutes; larger amounts between 15 to 20). Reduce heat as time goes on to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Remove the pot from heat, cover, and let the quinoa steam for 5 minutes. This step gives the quinoa time to pop open into little curlicues, so it's nice and fluffy. Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Season with salt, to taste, unless you're proceeding with another recipe as written.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup cooked quinoa, Calories 208 calories, Sodium 2.8 mg, Fat 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
PERFECT QUINOA
There are many varieties of quinoa, ranging in color from white to red to black, but all can be prepared with this basic, foolproof method that produces light and fluffy results every time. In nature, quinoa (which is not a true grain but the seed of a tree fruit) is coated with a bitter substance called saponin that acts as a repellent to predators. Though most quinoa you buy comes prewashed these days, it doesn't hurt to give it a quick rinse as called for below. Prep-ahead this large batch for using as a side dish or in salads or bowls during the week.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield about 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water, swishing the quinoa with your hands to rinse equally for about 30 seconds. Let drain.
- Bring the water or broth, the olive oil, bay leaf and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to boil in a medium saucepan. Add the quinoa and stir. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low so the quinoa is just simmering. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let rest 5 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and discard the bay leaf. If you are making the quinoa ahead, spread while hot on a baking sheet lined with parchment to stop the cooking as it cools. Once cool, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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