Quinoa Recipes a Compilation
This is a small compilation of Quinoa recipes on my space.
Quinoa is a relatively new grain in my kitchen and I would not have purchased it But Pooja my Bhabhi gifted me with a packet and I know now why she is in love with the tiny grains.
Quinoa pronounces as ‘keen-wah’ is tiny bead-like grain. Looks quite a bit like tiny jowar seeds (also know sorghum). It’s all protein and contains 8 essential amino acids. If that is not enough quinoa is packed dietary fibre, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. It is also gluten-free and easy to digest.
For cooking quinoa though Pooja mentioned to me the methodology I… yes forgot.
Basic Quinoa Facts
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How much cooked quinoa does 1 cup dry quinoa yield?1 cup dry quinoa yields about 3 cups cooked quinoa.
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How much liquid do I need to cook quinoa?To cook 1 cup quinoa, you need about 2 cups liquid.
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How long does it take to cook quinoa?1 cup quinoa will cook in about 20 minutes.
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How do I make quinoa less bitter?Nearly, if not all, of the natural bitterness of quinoa’s outer coating can be removed by a vigorous rinsing in a mesh strainer.
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How do I make better-tasting quinoa?Quinoa is really excellent when cooked in vegetable or chicken broth. Also, add about ¼ teaspoon salt to each cup dried quinoa when cooking. Try adding other spices and aromatics during cooking as well, like a clove of smashed garlic, a sprig of fresh rosemary, or a dash of black pepper.
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Can I use my rice cooker to make quinoa?Yes! Just use the 2:1 liquid-to-quinoa ratio and follow the instructions on your rice cooker.
And here which says
Quinoa is easy to prepare and its fluffy texture and slightly nutty flavour make it an excellent alternative to white rice or couscous. When cooked, its grains quadruple in size and become almost translucent.
Quinoa can be prepared much like rice. It should usually be rinsed or soaked before use to remove its bitter coating, so check packet instructions. Bring two cups of water to the boil to one cup of grain, cover, simmer and cook for approximately 15 minutes or until the germ separates from the seed. The cooked germ should have a slight bite to it (al dente).
So here are some I have tried out. I will be interested in your recipes too. Do share the links with me.
Quinoa and Soya Kheema Cutlet
Quinoa and Soya Kheema Cutlet~Bite sized Appetizer
Quinoa Matar Pulao,
Quinoa Matar Pulao |Quinoa Peas Pulao
Quinoa Idli
Spongy Quinoa Idli for a Healthy Breakfast
Easy Quinoa Salad
Pesarattu Upma
Healthy Pesaraattu & Upma with Quinoa
Quinoa Upit
Shobha Keshwani says
I love dishes made with this super grain quinoa.. So healthy and these days it is easily available everywhere.
ArchanaPotdar says
True Shobha.
Soma Mukherjee says
This is such a helpful post for me , recently have bought quinoa and was wondering how to cook it , and saw your detailed post, thanks for sharing will try out the recipes soon.
ArchanaPotdar says
My pleasure Soma. Please let me know what you try.
Malini says
Perfect healthy recipe. I love those grains. I am totally drooling over your cutlets. It's nice to see different varieties in one place. Awesome share!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Malini.
Geetanjali Tung says
Such a healthy and delicious recipes compilation.. Loved it! I wish I had a few of those cutlets... Awesome share!!!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thank you, Geetanjali! You are welcome to the cutlets.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Geetanjali you are welcome to the cutlets.
Anshu says
What a lovely collection !! Great post for people like me who are new to quinoa and don't know the ways to cook it. Absolutely loved your share; the cutlets look droolworthy....gonna try them very soon.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Anshu dear. Will love to see your take on it.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Anshu will love to see your take on the cutlets.
Priya Suresh says
Am totally lost with those ultimate quinoa dishes, dunno what to chose and wat to leave. Everything looks amazingly delicious.
ArchanaPotdar says
Awww! that is an awesome compliment especially coming from you. Thanks Priya.
Poonam Bachhav says
I love quinoa for its nutty taste and numerous health benefits. Awesome compilation of recipes with this super grain di !
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Poonam.
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth says
What versatile ideas to utilize the quinoa! I haven't had a good start, just have made a few dishes with quinoa to somehow finish off my stock... wouldn't mind buying it again to try the idlis especially!
ArchanaPotdar says
There speaks the South Indian. Anything for idlis 😀
Nandita Gupta says
Lovely collection of healthy dishes made with quinoa. I love quinoa and have started making more of it at home. These will come very handy.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Nandita. Will love to see your take on them.
Mayuri Patel says
Ever since I first found a packet of this power packed grain in my son's pantry in Canada, I've loved cooking with it. I have to try making idlis with it though. Easy to digest and super healthy, not only is it good for the aged but the young too.
ArchanaPotdar says
I agree Mayuri that they are good for young and old. But getting the young to eat is difficult.
code2cook says
This is such a delicious and tasty quinoa recipes collection you have prepared. I think it is not only for old age but also good for others. Lovely collection must say.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Bhawana.
Uma Srinivas says
I am a big fan of quinoa, loved all the healthy recipes. Looks delicious.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Uma.
Seema Doraiswamy Sriram says
This is a lovely collection you have. I use 1:3 water if I am on the stove top as it gives a smoother texture to the quinoa if using in Indian style dishes. i will love to try some of these this week.
ArchanaPotdar says
O is it Seema. Will try the 1:3 proportion. Thanks.
Maria says
I'm new to using Quinoa too and got it as a gift from a friend as well ???? Have tried it in a few salads and loved it. I was wondering what else I could do with it - your delicious ideas have arrived very timely!
ArchanaPotdar says
Do try Maria and let me know what you make out of your stash of quinoa.
Lathiya says
I never been a fan of quinoa...but your variety of recipes makes me to try dishes with it... will try for sure
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks.
jagruti says
What a lovely collection of quinoa, I am really interested in the first recipe, sounds so delicious.
ArchanaPotdar says
O the cutlets Jagruti. They were great.
Sasmita Sahoo Samanta says
Looks so healthy and delicious .... Love this awesome share using quinoa !!!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sasmita.
Ritu Tangri says
Loved these so delicious quinoa dishes with all those drool worthy pics. Why to have this only in old age, I would love to enjoy these even now 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
I agree with you Ritu. These are great for any age.