Hailed as the 'supergrain
of the future', quinoa (keen-wah) contains more protein than
any other grain, and is considered a complete protein because
it contains all eight essential amino acids. Quinoa can be used
in much the same way as rice is used.
Basic
Quinoa
- 1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
- Place quinoa and water
in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer,
cover and cook until all of the water is absorbed, about 15 to
20 minutes.
Makes 3 cups.
Cook's Note: Quinoa is
done when the grains have turned from white to transparent, and
the spiral-like germ has separated.
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