🍛 Quinoa

Steps

Both methods

• Water:quinoa ratio is 2:1 for both methods
• Optional sticky quinoa: Stir and fluff in olive oil and other seasoning at the end

Stovetop

1. Place the quinoa and then water into a pot on high heat
2. After the water comes to a boil change to low heat and cover the pot
3. Let sit for ~10-15 minutes

Microwave

1. Place the quinoa and then water into a glass or ceramic container on high heat
2. Experiment with the right heating times based on your microwave
   • Examples
     • a. 1 cup of quinoa: Heat ~8 min
       • 1st round: 6 minutes and then stir
       • 2nd round: 2 minutes and|or until all of the water is absorbed
     • b. 1/2 cup of quinoa (Good serving size for 1 person): Heat ~6 min
       • 1st round: 3 minutes and then stir
       • 2nd round: 3 minutes and|or until all of the water is absorbed

Resources

• How to Cook Quinoa in the Microwave by wikihow