HOW TO MAKE QUINOA

Quinoa is high in fibre content. It has lots of antioxidants. Is a great source of protien. You can have it as a salad and a great substitute for rice also. A quinoa pulao or a Mexican quinoa bowl tastes great also. Do you all wonder how to cook Quinoa too? What exactly is Quinoa?
It is the seed of the Chenopodium quinoa plant. Botanically speaking, it’s not a grain. Quinoa is also popular because it’s a gluten-free grain. White quinoa is the most commonly consumed variety, and is what you’ll usually find at the store.
This grain is also popular because it’s very nutritious.
It’s packed with vitamins and minerals and contains more protein, fiber and healthy fats than other grains.

Preparation Time
10 minutes

Soaking Time
Nil

Cooking Time
20 minutes

Makes
2 cups of quinoa

HOW TO COOK QUINOA Recipe|Renu dalal

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 Cup Quinoa
  • 2 Cups Water
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 Vegetable seasoning cube

METHOD

  1. In a pan, boil 1 Cup of water.
  2. Add in salt and vegetable cube.
  3. Add in the Quinoa, cover the lid and cook for 20 minutes.
  4. Once done, strain the quinoa into a bowl and let it cool.

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