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Permalink Reply by Joanna on May 25, 2010 at 10:24am

I just cook my quinoa like I cook rice. 2 cups water to 1 cup quinoa. Here is the trick though, there is a tough outer shell that needs to be broken for good cooking so what I do is rinse my quinoa in cool water until the water runs clear THEN cook it in boiling water. I have a small meshed sieve to accomplish this.

I also really like to add spices to the water like turmeric or curry powder, it gives a nice color and a bit of flavor.

good luck!

Permalink Reply by Hollie on May 25, 2010 at 11:02am

I agree completely with Joanna. Although sometimes bits of it get caught in my strainer. A cheesecloth would probably work better for rinsing, if you have one handy (I don't). And sometimes I use vegetable broth instead of water. I'm stealing the idea of adding spices to the water, sounds great! :)

Hope you enjoy it!

Permalink Reply by Taina on May 27, 2010 at 8:02pm

I was wondering if I could use veggie broth instead! It's not too overpowering to substitute all water with broth? I have a bunch of organic broth I'd love to use. Thanks!

(and the spices sound good!)

Permalink Reply by Hollie on May 28, 2010 at 11:06am

It's not too overpowering to replace all of the water with broth...I just don't add any seasoning once it's ready. I usually add stuff to my quinoa anyway, it's rarely used it as a stand alone dish.

Permalink Reply by Salls on June 15, 2010 at 1:21pm

I use the veggie broth too. Adds a little something ;)

Permalink Reply by Taina on May 27, 2010 at 8:01pm

Thank you so much! I can't wait to try it out this weekend! =) My boyfriend makes excellent quinoa but always has to look up the ratio, so I figured I'd ask here. =)

Permalink Reply by hoopmomdc on May 28, 2010 at 3:37pm

Hi, I'm new to this group, and I LOVE quinoa.

I just wanted to mention that after rinsing, I usually toast my quinoa in the pan before adding the broth (or water). Put it right in the pot over medium high heat and stir until it gets toasted, then add the broth (2 to 1 ratio) and cook until all the water is absorbed. It adds a nice depth of flavor.

Permalink Reply by Mrs. Skittles of Sparkle & Burn* on June 1, 2010 at 6:40am

I have never tried that before. The next time I make quinoa I am def. going to try this! :)

Permalink Reply by kt1eighty on June 15, 2010 at 11:12pm

Hey Quinoa Lovers! I'm new to this group -
I make breakfast quinoa with apple and cinnamon! It's soooo yummy!
This is enough for 2 people and its soooo hearty it stays with you til mid afternoon!

rinse quinoa in strainer then heat in pan.

1 cup quinoa
1apple diced small
raw almonds chopped
sunflower seeds
2 shakes of mixed spice or cinnamon
half cup water
1cup oat milk
teasp honey when its cooked

(candida friendly without the honey!)
I use about a handful of nuts & seeds
The liquid will be absorbed when its ready - if you like mushy quinoa, you can ad more H2o or oat milk.
When you get really excited you can add a mix of red and white quinoa!
If you are really excited you can eat it with yoghurt!
YUMMER!