Quinoa is pronounced as ‘keenwah‘ a super healthy grain which has a crunchy chewy texture which I love the most.Though Quinoa is referred to as a whole grain crop they are actually edible seeds.The seeds are in general cooked the same way as rice and can be used in a wide variety of dishes. I have posted few quinoa recipes, you can check them out. I will post more quinoa recipes in the coming days too.If you have anything specific in mind then do let me know, will try and post it.I couldn’t find quinoa here in stores so bought it online. Pin If you have any more questions about this How to Cook Quinoa do mail me at [email protected]. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Youtube and Twitter . Tried this How to Cook Quinoa ? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions.
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How to Cook Quinoa Step by Step
Measure and take quinoa in a bowl, rinse it well.Drain.
How to cook Quinoa in Instant Pot:
1.Measure quinoa and set aside. Pin 2.Rinse it well, drain water. Pin 3.Add it to the inner pot. Pin 4.Add 1 .5 cups water to it.The ratio is 1 cup(quinoa):1.5 cups(water). Pin 5.Now close with lid. Pin 6.Inititally the steel button is down.Pin 7.Set pressure cook in high mode for 1 minute. Pin 8.It takes around 10 mins to on. Pin 9.Initially the steel knob is down and when it starts to cook it automatically goes up as shown.When the knob is up it means cooking is in process/started and when its down pressure is released and you are ready to open the lid.Do not open the lid when the knob is up. Pin 10.Instant pot has finished timer. Pin 11.Let pressure release by itself.It took me 20 mins to release. Pin 12.Open and check. Pin 13.Fluff it up with a fork.The sprout like tails should come out after getting cooked.Cooked quinoa is ready for recipes. Pin
