43 Reviews of Quinoa-Toasted

From: Deborahrah

On Sep 11, 2007

I love Quinoa, but never thought to toast it. One suggestion though. When you are rinsing the quinoa, save the rinse water. Pour it into a spray bottle and you have an organic liquid that repells insects. Use it on your vegetable plants. I wouldn't recommend using it on culinary herbs though as it could affect the taste. The coating of the quinoa, saponin, a resin-like substance is extremely bitter and forms a soapy solution in water.

From: neona503

On Sep 14, 2007

the best! you'll swear you added butter or chicken broth because the flavor is so rich and complex.... it should be noted that to cook the quinoa you should use two cups water to one cup quinoa. add salt to the boiling water. simmer with lid on for twenty minutes. remove lid and remove from heat, let cool for five minutes. could not be more simple or delicious!

From: Dragonshoes

On Nov 12, 2004

I never read anywhere to toast quinoa. I tried it and the flavor really changed for the better. Thanks for this wonderful tip!

From: razzintaz

On Feb 8, 2008

Make sure you rinse under COLD running water for a minimum of 10 minutes. Super for chili, pilafs, salads.

From: hannahactually

On Jul 18, 2005

I prepared and tried quinoa for the first time today, and am grateful that I found these instructions on how to toast it before cooking it. I don't know how quinoa tastes when it is not toasted, but I found it delicious and full of a nut-like flavour after being toasted and cooked. Thank you!

From: Fern589

On Sep 30, 2008

This was a great recommendation! I found it easier to get a very steep pan/glass to rinse the quinoa in. When I tried to just rinse them in my strainer, they were so buoyant they just kind of flew out of the strainer. The results were perfect and they have a wonderfully nutty flavor and smell. I will be doing this every time!! Thanks

From: VegSocialWorker

On Mar 7, 2006

Great tip! I love how the roasting brings out the nutty taste of the quinoa. It is easy to do and improves the taste so much. Will do this for now on! Thank you for posting this!

From: Judielise

On Feb 9, 2007

Wish I had this when I first tried quinoa. I threw it out then. This prep made all the difference. I finally could see why people were eating this stuff. I also used this prep version in Garlic Quinoa-Garlic Quinoa. Thanks for opening anew door in grains for me.

From: Chef #182312

On May 31, 2006

This worked well. It's my first time making quinoa. I did this in preparation for Five (Or More!) Ingredient Garlic Quinoa. I don't think that I rinsed it enough, I MIGHT taste a bit of bitterness, but then again, I have a feeling it's all in my head. Next time I will rinse even longer and see if I taste a hint or not. Thanks for the instructions!!

From: Huluhae

On Jun 9, 2005

This really improves the taste. Good to know!