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Quinoa or quinoa is a pseudocereal produced from ancient times in the Andes: currently Bolivia and Peru, world’s leading producers of Quinoa. It is also produced in countries such as Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and the United States. Quinoa belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family (like spinach) but is usually compared to cereals for its composition and the way of cooking.
Quinoa takes two parts of water or broth for a portion of grain to be cooked. It is cooked over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the grain becomes transparent. I also recommend soaking the grain for 15 mins to an hour before cooking.
The perfect cooking time is reached when every grain of quinoa has doubled in size and releases its white seed. Best served immediately to keep its flavor and nutritional value.
Here are some health benefits of this super food.
Grain is the base of the macrobiotic diet which recommends a daily consumption of cereals and whole grains. For that reason and for all its benefits, quinoa is perfect if you follow this kind of diet.
It’s still not available at every supermarket, but you can always find it on Bio markets, specialized shops or herbalists.
We aim you to try and introduce the benefits of quinoa in your diet as soon as possible!
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