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Wondering about cooking the perfectly fluffy quinoa? Surely, you’re on the right page because quinoa is such an easy grain to love.

In fact, it’s one of the most delicious, fast-cooking lunch staples we ever know and you will learn how to easily cook the perfectly fluffy quinoa using my method! I guarantee you’ll be having a bowl of delicate, light, and soft quinoa.


Fluffiest Quinoa Ever

fluffy quinoa
A spoon full of nutritions!

Reasons To Love Quinoa:

The popularity of quinoa has grown steadily over the years since people have discovered its pleasant nutty taste and superfood qualities.

Quinoa is very nutritious because it’s full of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. Also, it’s perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and for those on low-carb diet!

There are three main types found in markets in the U.S.: white, red, and black. However, white quinoa has the most neutral, easy-to-love flavor but all of them are healthy and delicious!

 Quinoa pairs well with a wide range of flavors and it cooks in just under 30 minutes!

With one cup of dry quinoa — any color of your choice — you will end up with three times as much cooked quinoa!


What a Perfect Pot of Boiled Quinoa

boiled quinoa in a pot
Hot or cold, quinoa is always yummy!

Serving Suggestions For Your Fluffy Quinoa:

Perfectly Boiled and Seasoned Broccoli would be a perfect combination to quinoa, along with chicken stew or Easy Chicken Curry with Vegetables.

Use quinoa just as you would use any other grain, like rice or barley because quinoa makes a fantastic side dish for almost every meal!

All colors of quinoa deliciously pair with sweet flavors! Also, try topping it with cinnamon and freshly cut fruit pieces in the morning, or mix it into a batch of breakfast cookies.

You can surely add a drizzle of olive oil and clove of garlic into warm quinoa for extra flavor. Other options may also include chopped fresh spinach or kale.

Garnish quinoa with fresh herbs or dried spices, grated cheese, cherry tomatoes, or even sliced olives.

Serve it as a bed for stews, baked fish, and with varieties of chicken. Also, use it in casseroles, salads, and breakfast porridges because mouthwatering taste is guaranteed!


Quinoa with Meat and Loubieh

boiled quinoa with meat and green beans (loubieh)
A perfectly balanced and healthy dinner!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I replace white quinoa with any other color?

Yes sure, preparation process is the same for all kinds of quinoa but note these two differences: darker colors need a bit more time to be cooked and have stronger nutty flavor, but lighter varieties cook faster and have milder flavor.

How to store cooked quinoa?

Cool quinoa to room temperature and then put it in the fridge for 4 to 5 days, also you can even freeze it up to 2 or 3 months.

Can I use my rice cooker to make quinoa? 

Definitely! Just use the same liquid-to-quinoa ratio and follow the detailed instructions on your rice cooker.

How to remove the bitterness of quinoa?

Rinsing dry quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under running water removes any bitterness of the quinoa that’s caused by saponins, bitter compounds naturally present in quinoa and other grains/legumes.


Fluffy and Yummy Quinoa

healthy boiled quinoa
Gluten-free and so healthy quinoa!

Simple Ingredients For Making Fluffy Quinoa:

A small pot with a lid

Dry uncooked quinoa (white color)

Water

Dash of salt


Perfect Quinoa Recipe

boiled fluffy quinoa with broccoli and chicken stew
Broccoli and quinoa taste just perfect!

Directions For Making The Perfectly Fluffy Quinoa:

Firstly, add in a small pot 1 cup of rinsed and dried quinoa, 2 cups of water, and salt to taste. Then place on high heat and stir the pot.

Secondly, lower the heat the moment water starts to boil. Then cover the pot and let the quinoa simmer for 15 minutes.

Thirdly, open the lid and allow quinoa to cool down for 5 minutes.

After that, fluff the quinoa with a fork and enjoy your superfood!

Lastly, you should see tiny spirals separating from and curling around the quinoa seeds. Hence, fluff the quinoa gently with a fork and serve.

Now enjoy your delicious and healthy superfood!


Fantastic Quinoa

how to boil perfectly fluffy quinoa
Delicious superfood!

Various Delicious Recipes You Should Definitely Try With Quinoa:


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Perfectly Fluffy Quinoa

By: Lama
Quinoa is such an easy grain to love. It's one of the most delicious, fast-cooking lunch staples we ever know. Learn how to easily cook the perfectly fluffy quinoa with my method! I guarantee you'll be having a bowl of delicate, light, and soft quinoa.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 0 4-6

Equipment

  • 1 small pot with a lid

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup dry uncooked quinoa (white color)
  • 2 cups water
  • dash of salt (nearly ¼ teaspoon salt per cup of dry quinoa)

Instructions 

  • In a small pot add in 1 cup of rinsed and dried quinoa, 2 cups of water, and salt to taste. 
  • Place on high heat and stir the pot.
  • Lower the heat the moment water starts to boil. Cover the pot and let the quinoa simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Open the lid and allow quinoa to cool down for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the quinoa with a fork and enjoy your superfood!

Notes

How To Make Quinoa Less Bitter:

Quinoa is coated in naturally occurring insecticides called saponins that give the grain a bitter taste and make it difficult to digest for some people. Rinsing dry quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under running water removes any bitterness of the quinoa.
 
 

Serving Suggestions For Your Fluffy Quinoa:

Use quinoa just as you would use any other grain, like rice or barley. Quinoa makes a fantastic side dish for almost every meal!
All colors of quinoa deliciously pair with sweet flavors! Try topping it with cinnamon and freshly cut fruit pieces in the morning, or mix it into a batch of breakfast cookies.
Add a drizzle of olive oil and clove of garlic into warm quinoa for extra flavor. Other options include chopped fresh spinach or kale.
Garnish quinoa with fresh herbs or dried spices, grated cheese, cherry tomatoes, or sliced olives.
Serve it as a bed for stews, baked fish, varieties of chicken. Use it in casseroles, salads, and breakfast porridges. Mouthwatering taste is guaranteed!
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I'm Lama, welcome to my blog where you will find simple and diverse recipes your entire family will enjoy. I am honored to connect with you through the recipes I prepare!

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