Stovetop Quinoa

Name: Stovetop Quinoa
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa (if not pre-rinsed; rinse well using a fine-mesh strainer)2 cups water¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

This grain-like seed has an earthy and nutty flavor with a fluffy, slightly chewy texture.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Makes: 3 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa (if not pre-rinsed, rinse well using a fine-mesh strainer)
2 cups water
¼ teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and salt, if desired, and return the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover pan and simmer for 12 minutes.
Turn off heat and let stand until water is absorbed and quinoa has the texture you like, about 5 to 10 minutes.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

For more flavor, cook with broth or milk instead of water.
For a roasted flavor, toast the grains in the saucepan. Stir the grains around at medium heat for a few minutes before adding liquid.
Topping ideas: fresh, frozen or dried fruit; milk or yogurt; chopped nuts or seeds; cinnamon or other spices. Savory toppings include vegetables and cheese.
Add to soups, grain bowls or grain salads.
No strainer? Use a clean coffee filter.

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Comments

Submitted by walscaro on Sun, 01/23/2022 - 11:08

This is a no-fail way to cook quinoa. Turning off the heat and letting it sit to soak up remaining water keeps it from being soggy and overcooked.

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