How To Cook Quinoa In A Rice Cooker (Recipe)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    3 cups

  • Calories

    249 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How To Cook Quinoa In A Rice Cooker (Recipe)

The one and only recipe you need to cook quinoa in a rice cooker perfectly every time. Follow my steps to make the most flavorful and delicious quinoa with my hands off rice cooker method.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup quinoa White, red, black and tricolor quinoa would all work
  • 2 cups water chicken stock, vegetable stock would both work, or broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil olive, coconut and avocado oil would all work

Instructions

  1. Place quinoa in a medium-mesh strainer and wash under cold running water until it runs clear.
  2. Grease the rice cooker insert with a tablespoon of vegetable oil to prevent sticking. I use a sheet of paper towel to distribute the oil evenly throughout the insert.
  3. Place rinsed quinoa, liquid of your choice, and salt. Give it a stir.
  4. Put the lid on and press the white rice setting on your rice cooker. If your rice cooker does not have that function, just press "cook".
  5. It should take somewhere between 25-35 minutes for it to cook completely.
  6. Once it is done, fluff it with a fork and serve.

Notes

  • FAQs Answered:
  • You sure can. However, be sure to check the capacity of your pressure cooker. One cup uncooked quinoa yields about 3 cups of cooked quinoa.
  • Can I Cook More Than A Cup of Quinoa? You sure can. However, be sure to check the capacity of your pressure cooker. One cup uncooked quinoa yields about 3 cups of cooked quinoa.
  • Best Way To Store: Store cooked quinoa in an airtight container after it comes to room temperature. Keep it in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • Can I use other seasonings to flavor my quinoa? You sure can. Start with small amounts of (1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon or so) of ground cumin, ground coriander, and even ground turmeric and adjust to your liking.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 249kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Sodium 390mg (16%) Potassium 319mg (7%) Fiber 4g (16%) Calcium 27mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 249 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 249kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Sodium 390mg 16%
Potassium 319mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Calcium 27mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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