How To Cook Quinoa

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Learn how to cook perfect fluffy quinoa with this easy and healthy recipe, plus tips, flavour ideas, and serving suggestions for everyday meals.

Prep Time1

Cook Time12

Resting time5

Total Time18

Allergen: No Common Allergens

Servings: servings

Calories: 184kcal

Start by rinsing 200 g Quinoa well under cold water. This is an important step because it helps remove the natural coating on the outside of the grains, which can taste bitter.
Add the rinsed quinoa to a saucepan with 400 ml Cold water and 1 pinch Sea salt. Place the pan over the heat and bring it to the boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until the water has been absorbed.
When the quinoa has finished cooking, turn off the heat and put the lid on the pan. Let it stand for 5 minutes. This resting time helps the quinoa finish steaming and gives it a fluffier texture.
Remove the lid and fluff the quinoa gently with a fork.

Use a pan with a lid that fits well. Trapping the steam during the resting time helps the quinoa become tender without turning wet or heavy.
Keep the heat low once the quinoa reaches a boil. A gentle simmer is all you need. If the heat is too high, the water can evaporate too quickly before the quinoa is fully cooked.
Always fluff it with a fork rather than a spoon. A fork separates the grains and keeps the texture light.
Taste it before serving and then season it if needed.

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