The Forked SpoonHow to Cook Quinoa Recipe
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Ingredients
Serves 3- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- 1¾ cups water (or broth (vegetable broth or low-sodium chicken broth))
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin ((optional))
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder ((optional))
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder ((optional))
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Steps
- Step 1
Place 1 measured cup of quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer. Rinse well with water, drain, and set aside.
- Step 2
Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a medium-sized pot or saucepan set over medium heat. Swirl to coat the entire surface of your pan. Stir in desired spices (optional) followed by the rinsed and drained dried quinoa. Toast the quinoa, stirring continuously, for 1-2 minutes.
- Step 3
Add 1 and 3/4 cup vegetable broth (what I used), or water, low-sodium chicken broth, or even beef or bone broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
- Step 4
Once boiling, reduce your stove to low heat. Season with salt and pepper. If I'm using broth (homemade or store-bought), I will start with 1/2 a teaspoon of salt. If I'm using water, I will add a full teaspoon of salt. Cover the pot and cook for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Step 5
With the lid still on, remove the pot from heat and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and gently fluff with a fork. Season with any additional salt and pepper, to taste, or season with fresh herbs, including freshly chopped parsley or cilantro.
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Place 1 measured cup of quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer. Rinse well with water, drain, and set aside.
Source: The Forked Spoon
