Basic

Quinoa (Keen-wa) has a delicate nutty flavor that blends well with other ingredients. It can be used alone or substituted for almost any grain in almost any recipe. Because Quinoa is a complete protein with all the essential amino acids, it is not necessary to add meat to receive all the benefits of an animal protein. Our Quinoa is "washed and ready" to be cooked. If you purchased the quinoa used in the recipes below from our customer list, then no further rinsing of the quinoa is required. Please try at least one of recipes, we know you will enjoy it.

BASIC QUINOA RECIPE

Can be used as a pilaf with additions or as a substitute for rice, bugler, or couscous.

1. Heat 1 cup water to boiling and add to this 1/2 cup "washed and ready" quinoa. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until all liquid has been absorbed. This amount makes 2 servings.

2. For a nutty flavor, toast quinoa before adding water. To toast: Place quinoa in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat with or without a small amount of oil. Stirring constantly, toast until golden brown in color (It will pop while it toasts). Then proceed as directed in step 1. above.

3. For added flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.

4. A delicious side dish can be created by adding the following to the cooked quinoa: Sautéed onions, green pepper, mushrooms, toasted almonds, peanuts or other nuts, raisins or chopped dates, chopped parsley, cilantro or other herbs.