The Secret To Cooking Perfect Quinoa Every Time

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Ever wonder how to cook quinoa? Want it to turn out perfectly every time? Well, wonder no more. In this episode of BTP TV learn the best and tastiest way to cook quinoa - every single time.
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[@ClearKnowingFeelingHearing]

I made a list summarizing the steps for myself so I wouldn't forget something and have to come back to the video later, but I thought I'd post it here to answer questions I'm seeing a lot of in the comments: -Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh colander if your quinoa is not pre-rinsed. If it is pre-rinsed, skip this step. -Turn burner on to med-high heat -Add oil of choice into a pot -When oil becomes hot, add quinoa. It's okay if it is still wet from rinsing; it will just take a little longer. -Toast quinoa in the oil until it becomes brown, but not black, and there are slight popping sounds. -When quinoa is toasted, add water or stock of choice. (The ratio is 2:1 water:quinoa, just like rice.) -When water boils (which should be immediately due to the heat in the pot) cover, reduce heat to low, and set a timer for 20 minutes. -When the 20 minutes are up, turn off heat, fluff with a fork and serve.

[@v0larevia]

KSNandSLW You're awesome! Thanks for writing the step-by-step!

[@3dmetamorphosis943]

Thanks!

[@samanrehman2337]

KSNandSLW awesome! thanyou for actually taking some time and writing this up :)

[@lindsayredifer1742]

Thanks! This was super helpful

[@localgai9182]

Super helpful. Thanks

[@inspiringer6418]

I'm 15 and this is the first legitimate meal I've made for myself.

[@salinamartin8711]

Good for you! My grandmother told me when I was 18 and living by myself and living on ramen noodles "if you can read you can cook" so I started cooking and all my friends ate at my house because it was good! I taught my girls to cook around 10! They cook great!

[@jeremybands7621]

Great choice

[@ashloashet-8928]

Im in the middle of cooking my quinoa and umm… I think I messed up… but we’ll see in 20 min…

[@arionna8128]

go head girllll

[@iseeawindow]

So wholesome. Have a fun journey :)

[@MichaelSmith-un8qj]

I tried this method last night and toasted the quinoa with coconut oil and can I just say…… lady, you have changed my life! This method is idiot proof (trust me, every time I cook the fire brigade is on standby) and it turned out exactly how it looked in your video and tasted delicious. Thanks for posting!

[@MentalHealthMamaa]

Michael Smith Lol

[@JD-ye2pw]

Loooool

[@lornaandrew5644]

Lookin forwArd to toasting ,,Thank you for the tip 🙏

[@Dulcechica84]

What did you cook it on after you added water high medium or low for 20 minutes?

[@exon15]

Just be sure not to use baby oil.

[@likeolikeh5807]

the video starts at 1:22 if anyone's wondering...

[@jd5787]

+LikeO LikeH thanks!!

[@thealikadesign]

+LikeO LikeH I know, I hate the pre-talk (no offense to her) it's just: I type a question in KZbin, I expect an Answer not someones life story.

[@johnniepaul685]

+LikeO LikeH Thanks! lol

[@honestview]

+Stephen Jarjoura Are you MAD?! and what kind of country do you live in, where commercials are FOUR MINUTES LONG?! That's a goddamn infomercial mate, and are subscribed to the wrong TV Provider!

[@georgethompson3763]

You "expect"? Wow, you're so entitled. You should be thankful it's free and someone has spent time experimenting and recording a video about your interest.

[@mannyescamilla716]

STEP 1 in cooking Quinoa: RINSE it!! Quinoa has a natural coating (called saponin), which can make it taste bitter or soapy, which is why it needs to be rinsed off. You left this step out!

[@BeyondThePeel]

I skip the step because I'm using prewashed quinoa as mentioned during the video. I also recommend washing it if the kind purchased is not prewashed.

[@paulajudithm]

Manny Escamilla DAMN IT I DIDNT WASH IT AHAHA

[@jaslyfe]

Manny Escamilla Some quinoa come pre-washed.

[@moladhdodhia1580]

Manny Escamilla,I agree and I just read to let it soak overnight to help get the saponin off,I'm letting some soak right now so I don't know the outcome yet.

[@jr88291]

She said to rinse it at the beginning.

[@BeyondThePeel]

Olive oil or coconut oil are the oils we use the most often. Both are safe for ibs. We eat quinoa and eggs for breakfast all the time. It not only makes a great breakfast but dinner and lunch in a pinch. Glad to hear you found it helpful!

[@chrisb8008]

8 years after you made it. Still help people out! Burnt my first batch of Quinoa. Thankssss!!!!! 🥰🙂

[@elaine31347]

You can "dry" toast quinoa in a pan as well, for those who don't want the oil. Just put the prerinsed quinoa in a skillet on moderate heat and stir until it browns.

[@auroralee5127]

thanks for this because I was thinking about the moment that I am out of oil/butter etc

[@mydiversions]

If the proper procedure calls for 'toasting' then it should be without oil shouldn't it. What we are seing in the video is actually 'frying' isn't it? Maybe that was just her interpretation of 'toasting'?

[@kefkapalazzo1]

mydiversions bro if you throw bred on a pan it’s gonna be toast

[@siso9292]

@@kefkapalazzo1 yeah and if u as oil it's gonna be fried

[@spiralvista]

rinse quinoa first, this gets rid of the bitter soapy taste, then leave the quinoa in the strainer let all the water strain. make sure the lid is tight fitting use foil if you have to. This will steam the seed. Cook for 15 minutes, not 20 preserves more of the goodness.

[@maudegonne9164]

yur right!! should have been in the original video....

[@LeahBrooksJeremiahGardens]

We rinsed our quinoa first and then proceeded with your recipe and it was fantastic. First time we've ever eaten quinoa and we loved it. Thanks for the tips!

[@yuyulimaster]

This video is perfect And my favorite recipe is: Quinoa Corn Tomate Onions Black olives Cilantro Olive oil Avocado After cooked quinoa let then stay cool and mix it with tomatoes, onions, cilantro and olives chopped. Add olive oil (as much u like it) and add avocado, corn n salt. Put in the fridge for one hour and voila !!!!

[@samanrehman2337]

Lu Lima no dressing??

[@patriciagreen4905]

Lu Lima f

[@Mayabee321]

Great recipe!

[@mindymartinez4657]

Did you heat up corn first? Or is it just room temp since you’re putting it in fridge right away

[@peterpiper487]

Best ever! I've seen other videos on this and they were more complicated and time-consuming. This method is perfect for me! Thank you!

[@LexusFox]

1:00 is when I knew this video was from years ago, I was like, “Weird sound effect, is this video old?” *checks* “2012”

[@medicineman1202]

I think what makes your quinoa taste so good is your loving personality and enthusiasm stirring the pot!

[@pchan1728]

Thank you thank you thank you! My quinoa came out perfectly. Didn't have to wash it and the toasting it made every difference in the world. It came out PERFECT! NO NEED FOR WASHING for anyone else who is wondering. I cooked it for exactly 20 mins after toasting and it was perfect and so fluffy. The first batch from a different tutorial came out mushy (that could've been on my part, I might have over cooked it, but measurements were the same so I'm not too sure).

[@millybadze2117]

pchan1728 thank you i was just wondering whether I should wash it or not you’ve been of great help thank you so much!!

[@ScuffedLawReview]

It may have been washed before it made it to you, but yes you do need to wash the residue off if not. It will smell bad if that is the case.

[@tomburns7544]

Thanks so much for this! For a guy who is definitely not a cook, I am grateful you took the time to make and upload this because otherwise I would have just stuck to microwave burritos once again. Quinoa's pretty tasty but I wanna talk to whoever is responsible for the spelling of it.

[@weasleypotter7105]

>asks if we can hear the popping noise > puts background music > logic/10

[@nanaosaka2255]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@arjunapatel3366]

For real for real 😂

[@hindera111]

It's funny that the only thing you had to say is this

[@CheezyEnsaymada]

Hind LAHLALI kinda funny how you just *had* to reply to a 6 year old comment lmao

[@TheHinduRakshak]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@kennyhoste4741]

So much joy in teaching quinoa cooking! Simple yet amazing slice of life here, thank you!

[@mikethebeginner]

Thank you, that worked very nicely for my first time ever fixing quinoa (organic red heirloom). Signed, recent batchelor

[@janessy100]

Thank you came out exactly how you said 😃 However if someone doesn’t know how to cook rice on the stove it may be harder for them

[@tarlnobert4269]

Once I was able to focus, I found this a very informational video! I had to watch it twice LOL You have a very beautiful smile 😉 Keep up the positive vibes and great content!

[@maggieaguilar2231]

Have been making quinoa using your technique and indeed it's perfect Every Time! I add a little bit of onions and chopped garlic when toasting the quinoa. Taste is great. I top it with some cooked turkey meat, 1 can of rotel (hot)(original) and 1 can of black beans. Try it, simple, easy and tastes wonderful.

[@benyoucefdjermoune9528]

Perfect recipe and easy to follow.. thank you so much lady.

[@skyblue021]

Just made my first Quinoa using instructions based on your video and it's amazing! Thank you so much for the effort! Marry Xmas and happy holidays!

[@solsbarbers]

Thank you for an informative video, I'll be trying this method later today for my wife and kids and using the quinoa for stir fry recipe. You also have a nice persona and presence on camera which made my viewing all the more enjoyable, thanks. x

[@KrazyStylz]

Thank you for this tip, it worked absofuckinlutely perfectly. You've definitely got a subscriber!!!

[@ishmaebannister2255]

This was so simple...I will try to make some ...just wanting something other than rice....great tips and very well explained....thanks

[@CarmelaSOwens]

My recipe: quinoa, olive oil, sea salt, tomatoes, garbanzos, spinach.

[@avabrothers2958]

So good😍😍👌🏻

[@MADKILL4]

Step by step plz? I'm a newbie

[@maryryanroman2399]

Yum! Could you do a video? Or send me a breakdown of your recipe? Thanks! 😉

[@BlackBusyBody]

Carmela S. Owens ooh! That sounds so tasty and healthy! Come on girl with the tips!

[@terrellmiller4768]

Sounds good

[@juano8727]

Hi, did this today and it worked like magic :) and my pregnant wife loved it. Thank you!

[@frosted1030]

You can eat toasted quinoa as is, without the water. It's quite tasty. The real trick is rinsing the quinoa before you cook it, if you want a shortcut.

[@ulkeruzuner9850]

Dear Franz, I tried your advice and I would say that the taste was delicious. Pinch of pepper and thyme was changed the flavour too. Thank you for the video.

[@BeyondThePeel]

Toast the quinoa until golden, add 2 cups of water per cup of quinoa. Cook for 20 minutes covered. If you are at higher elevation, you'll need to adjust the cooking time accordingly. That's the only reason I can think of if you followed the other directions. Never had a problem in 5 years...

[@randomrojas589]

I thought you were suppose to rinse the quinoa well?

[@YesuSira]

Great tip . I had no idea how to cook it. This helped and came out great. Thank for sharing.

[@blahplayhard4092]

I just made this and it was perfect - thanks! I used high heat for toasting.

[@dawnw4796]

thank you. I just made my first pot of quinoa with mixed veggies and chicken. it's delicious! I am very pleased with this new to me grain.

[@111Lunita]

thanks. I tried it. very good. I put 2 and a half KNORR brand chicken bullion cubes to 4 cups water. It was delicious. i will cook often.

[@jaredfernandez8279]

Thank you ma'am. For making this as painless as possible. To the point. Thank you again.

[@yozy4996]

Great video. straight to the point..

[@BeyondThePeel]

Thx

[@faith1650]

After searching many videos I try your recipe and it came out perfect 👌 if directions are followed delicious, my kids love it. Thank you!!!! 😊

[@ShakiraYah]

Thanks for this I'm substituting my rice this is an excellent replacement !!

[@littlebitacate7619]

Thank you. Very easy to understand. Very easy to follow recipe.

[@chareden]

hello have you ever tried stir fry Quinoa. it's an awesome substitute from rice.......... Charles from the Bahamas

[@dianirayoung8720]

do you have a recipe?

[@MOMODEST]

Had quinoa for the first time last week while visiting in Miami, so I tried it at home today with your recipe and it was Fantabulicious =)

[@ellemundo5]

YESSS. WASH IT FIRST.I followed this recipe and got the perfect quinoa and an allergic reaction to boot that I am now going through.Doesn't matter if its organic or not. If you're already where I am now (itchy and dried up) Benedryl and lotion helps with the rashes.Quinoa nightmare come to life. It actually says to wash it on the Costco Brand that I got. I thought it would be a good replacement for rice, but look at me now. So yes WASH IT FIRST, PEOPLE. Like this comment so no one else suffers.

[@adastra123]

Perfect. Simple and that tip worked a treat. First time cooking it. Thanks.

[@CarlosMCruz-es9tm]

Im eating my quinoa now, and it tastes awesome, thank you 🤓

[@gregdanielson9086]

Thank you. I'm making it to how you suggested. Can't wait to try it.

[@racheldavis6181]

I know this is an old video, but I just discovered it and FINALLY learned how to cook quinoa correctly!

[@andreatsmartanderson]

Very nice and helpful. I've been making a lot of Greek quinoa salads lately. Thanks for the tip!

[@roblopez4935]

I used Chicken Broth and what a big difference also adding a dash of salt and garlic salt. I think the frying before might have mad my quinoa much better tasting and cooked better!

[@bobbyenglish7956]

Retain chicken bones in deep freeze and throw one or two whenever you are boiling quinoa seeds or rice.

[@3009genius]

Ohhh my. Great tip I've made it this way 2 and have a pot cooking for now the third time. The family loves it, and little people approved!Thanks so much

[@sameertalcherkar3988]

Thanks, this is very helpful!

[@deadobrasil]

Great explanation, I guess I will not have any problem so here I am going to try it. Thank you

[@scottyb2984]

no popping sound....just music lol

[@thierrylagrin2859]

Lol!

[@thebiblicalvegan]

You must be deaf because I heard it even with the music. Y’all so mean

[@countchocula5379]

THE BIBLICAL VEGAN Hey I’m vegan who loves Jesus TOO! I JUST subscribed to your channel! It looks awesome! ❤️ 👋

[@redikurti8334]

Exactly wants to make us hear the popping... Lets add some annoying background music

[@hannahrenee9870]

Who cares lol

[@prashantc4623]

Thanks for sharing, your method works like a wonder every time.

[@jbslv]

That is exactly how I cook rice.

[@missbridjety]

I think the same

[@claudette6758]

Julio Batista Silva Me too!😄

[@yolandaortiz9042]

Julio Batista Silva same lol

[@Nobody-st7fb]

No way

[@verogarrcia7]

Same... Mexicans usually cook rice this way

[@Prairie7777]

I've never eaten quinoa. Always thought it was for the "Vegan" types. After watching your video, I am going to try this out. There seems to be a lot of recipes where quinoa can be used and they look pretty good. Thank you for posting this. It removed a lot of misconceptions I had about quinoa.

[@malakmagdy2011]

Great video, thank you! i am thinking to add vegetables. So, do i cook the veggies together with it or cook it separate? Thanks again.

[@claudette6758]

Malak Magdy I cook them separately then add them to it... but I guess either or...yeah that wasn't helpful at all, sorry. 😬

[@Givwthyrhrt]

Wow, i'm trying this right now. Thank you so much. What a fantastic trip.

[@nuar_dev]

Such a great addition for a good curry. If it wasn't for the price i'd use this instead of rice every day.

[@mirageanwar5088]

Nuar buy it from Costco stores cheap

[@TheReetal]

Made it exactly as per instructions in the video and it came out perfectly. I did cook for exactly 20 mins. Cooked quinoa for first time and came out perfectly

[@FBBoochie]

Quinoa looks good and she’s beautiful

[@janicelee4623]

thank you so much, this is my first time. but u explain it so well and easy

[@ryanthibodeau7177]

Wow, I could barely focus on the video because she is a BABE! Working on the quinoa now though

[@Ma7mouod1]

Milf 😍

[@sofiabravo1994]

Right???😍

[@l.gwendolynedprado9588]

Delicious recipe, I made mine with coconut oil and finished it with a hint of sesame oil and it was Awesome. Low heat 20 minutes Perfect recipe!!!!. Thank you!

[@diymusicbiz]

Hi Restless Palate Awesome tip, worked perfectly!

[@glennroe1744]

thank you so much. I am starting a new habit and that's bringing my lunch to work and I love quinoa in my salads but did not know how to make it. Your video helped me out tremendously, so easy and direct.

[@BeyondThePeel]

I think I mention it at the beginning but mine is pre washed. You can rinse yours if you aren't buying it that way.

[@glennroe1744]

+Restless Palate I thank you for that also.. I did not prewash it last time and watched another video and seen that they did. I will prewash it next time. thanks again.

[@thewriter2549]

Mine stuck to the bottom of the pan, might have to adjust the temperature down or something.

[@LandonStewart]

Use a non-stick skillet w/ a lid. Seriously. Doing this for quinoa and rice changed my life. Also you must lower your heat to the minimum. Not 2 or 3 on your burner dial.

[@anagabrielarodriguez6904]

Thank you so much, I followed your instructions, it was my very first time cooking quinoa and it worked perfectly!

[@This_is_My_Story]

Hi, you mentioned to turn the heat down low for 20 min. I'm using an electric cooker like yours. what level do you set it at?

[@BeyondThePeel]

Every stove is different. Turn your stove down so that the water is at a simmer. You might need to play with settings until you find what level works for you.

[@ajrcurls4160]

Thank you for this tip. Definitely going to try this! it beats rinsing it then losing half of it down the drain trying to pour out the water.

[@claireholman2403]

I burnt mine black at like 10 min :( I guess my burner was too high.

[@daveshaw4159]

keep stirring

[@SACHINBHADANA007]

Thanks for such a simple guide.. i will try this today

[@DabneyFountain]

I thought one had to rinse quinoa, as we do with rice. Now i'm confused.

[@BeyondThePeel]

+Dabney Fountain as mentioned in the video. I am using pre-washed quinoa and yes you should rinse it.

[@DabneyFountain]

Missed that...thanks.

[@SicaGR]

+Dabney Fountain I've never rinsed my rice? Why would you do that?

[@DabneyFountain]

The rice experts, Asians, rinse their rice thoroughly...why would i not do the same poses a better question. Most purveyors of quinoa suggest rinsing in their package directions.

[@SicaGR]

I guess my question wasn't worded correctly. Is the rinsing as in to clean it off or is their another reason?

[@ceciliebyberg8569]

Hi from Norway! I use this recipe every time i make quinoa ❤

[@MySandClock]

you covered the pot, does the quinoa absorb all the water?

[@BeyondThePeel]

Like rice it does absorb all the water.

[@gabrielaperez-balcanu3996]

thank you! I add some black pepper and turmeric and I love it so much!

[@jaided79]

Thanks. Considering going vegan, and I hear this is the holy grail.

[@13freitag13]

check out lentils

[@KingLeQuan868]

Its the holy grain

[@alexiswilson7477]

13freitag13 lentils are good too

[@datruth1609]

Well sis it kinda is..Its great substitute for potatoes, rice all carbs. It has a very nuetral flavor therefore there is no limit to what you can do with it. You can add it to almost anything lol

[@cynthiar9338]

Cooking

[@maryamkriel9016]

Thanks for this video. Tried and tweaked it a bit but perfect as you say. 👌

[@miasdancefun7368]

Please remove 1 and half minutes of first video !

[@Nishi-kg4nq]

Thanks for sharing this technique, i used True elements quinoa for tasty breakfast with your style and it went perfect. Will try them again soon

[@WOB1010]

Is this for, "pre-washed" quinoa ?

[@BeyondThePeel]

Yes. If yours isn't, give it a good rinse first.

[@budknowitall7140]

i hate how she responds to some ppl but disrespects others by ignoring them, namely me, i went out of my way to compliment you

[@BeyondThePeel]

Hi bud, sorry if I missed your question. I try to keep up with youtube but I don't always do the best job of keeping up with it all. I'm scrolled to find your question but couldn't find it. I'll try to help if I can.

[@budknowitall7140]

Restless Palate didnt need any help, just wanted to say how gorgeous you are, you blew me away, your husband is very lucky

[@BeyondThePeel]

bud knowitall that's really nice to hear. Thanks :)

[@mommasond]

Thanks for sharing, my first time to try this

[@pagefour2178]

I heard congas.. no popping. haha

[@davidogan]

Wonderful instructions. Thank you.

[@Nicholas.Tsagkos]

nice trick...do you know if the true americans cooked it the same way?

[@BeyondThePeel]

nikos t Not sure. My sister taught me this trick about 10+ years ago. She learned it when she lived in Guatemala. It works like a charm though. I love it!

[@Nicholas.Tsagkos]

i think indian americans incas etc used the same method...

[@RobTyleruk]

A Troll I think he means native americans :) also, I think quinoa is south american

[@markmillers4491]

No niko, we cook it different.

[@cookingwithxolie]

I made quinoa with sprouts and mushrooms, it was really good👌, great video

[@chobiv7]

Fuck. Been pronouncing it kuh-no-ah this whole entire time!!!!!! TOT

[@haydenfrancis329]

Very interesting ... I'm trying it for the first time thnks

[@majidaojbd512]

Really glad that came across this recording. I did it your way and turns out as u said. Love it 😃💖💖 thank you so much

[@savantianprince]

I'm new to quinoa and never cooked it before. Thank you for your video

[@nosoyheineken]

This was my first attempt at quinoa! It turned out great! Thank you fotlr the tip!

[@TheVVildHunt]

Awesome video. Thank you. I'll have to try it.

[@EzeWosu]

Used your recipe to make quinoa for the very first time. It was really good. Thanks for posting.

[@anadchristoph3866]

Thbaks for showning me how to prepare quinoa . I do appreciated , simple and easy

[@SicaGR]

Did this last night, it came out awesome! Thanks!

[@annlai77]

Thank you for sharing the trick. I tried to follow your method step-by-step last night. It was working perfectly! Big thanks.

[@saravanderhoek4024]

Thank you! Nice and easy. Just the way we like it.

[@gabriellek7282]

very very helpful video! you had great speech and videoing. Wonderful confidence and knowlage of what you were doing. also a good job describing what the food would be like when ready/ cooking etc. thank you very much and keep up the good work !!!!

[@Quasar502]

I tried your method and it really does work great.

[@graciehernandez1364]

I made your recipe last night but I used chicken stock and butter. I thought I died and went to heaven. Yummy. I like using veggie broth but someone gave me the chicken stock so I used it. That quinoa is like the caviar of grains. Thank you for the recipe my dear.