Quinoa- HELP

iLoveMyPitbull1225

I enjoy eating quinoa but for whatever reason, every single time I try to cook it, it doesn't come out well. I cook it according to package instructions and it still tastes raw and tough. What am I doing wrong? Is there a trick?

CM_73

I have just the thing for you! http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10162280/quinoa-how-to-boil#latest

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jgnatca

No kidding, @CM_73 . I loved that thread.

iLoveMyPitbull1225

No, I haven't rinsed it. Last night I tried to make this boxed quinoa and brown rice blend I bought from the store. I guess I'll try both rinsing and adding a little more water next time.

CM, Thanks for the Link as well- lots of helpful input!

maroonmango211

I use my rice cooker I just adapt it to the water/quinoa ratio. Works really well, I can't cook grains/seeds/lentils worth crap they always turn out undercooked or mushy if I try do do in microwave or stovetop

iLoveMyPitbull1225

Mine always turns out dry, never mushy. A coworker actually suggested using the microwave and said it comes out perfectly every time that way.

cat_lady77

It is supposed to be a little firm when it's done. Or maybe I just like it that way? I usually add a little olive oil or sauce of some kind because it will dry out when it sits out.

CM_73

jgnatca wrote: »

No kidding, @CM_73 . I loved that thread.

It was quite lengthy for such a simple question wasn't it!

CM_73

iLoveMyPitbull1225 wrote: »

CM, Thanks for the Link as well- lots of helpful input!

You're welcome, hope it helped!

The microwave idea sounds interesting, always handy to be able to cook something nutritious, quickly, when getting in late from work.