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How to Cook Quinoa(Instant Pot and Stove-top Recipe

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Learn how to cook Quinoa in Instant Pot or in Open Pot on Stove-top
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Ingredients used in Cooking, Sides
Cuisine Gluten-free, International, Vegan

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Quinoa
  • 1½ Cup Water/Stock
  • Salt skip when using Stock
  • 1 tsp Plant based oil optional

Instructions
 

Wash and prepare Quinoa for cooking

  • Rinse Quinoa 4-5 times very nicely in water. Use fine mesh/colander.
    1 Cup Quinoa
  • Rub quinoa grains with fingers to get rid of all the bitterness.
  • Keep it aside for few minutes to drain water completely.

Cooking Quinoa in Instant Pot

  • Switch on the IP at Sauté Mode and set the timer for 3 mins.
  • Once the display shows HOT, add Quinoa. Toast it for a few seconds.
  • Add water, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp oil.Mix.
    1½ Cup Water/Stock, Salt, 1 tsp Plant based oil
  • Cancel the Saute Mode and Set the PRESSURE COOK MODE ON, time set to 1 min.
  • Do not do Quick Pressure Release. Let the Pressure come down naturally.
  • Open the Instant Pot and check and fluff Quinoa.

How to cook Quinoa in Open Pot(Stove Top method)  

  • Keep 2 cups water for boiling in a pan.
  • Add 1 Cup Quinoa and then let it come to boil.
  • Add a pinch of salt and a tsp of oil for a more fluffy and flavourful quinoa.
  • Cook for about 10-12 mins. till all the water is absorbed.
  • Fluff lightly with a fork or spoon.

Storage and Shelf Life

  • Transfer cooked Quinoa to an airtight container for storage or use as required.
  • Stays good for 6-7 days when refrigerated and for 2-3 months in freezer.
Keyword How to Cook Quinoa, Instant Pot Quinoa, Quinoa
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