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What is Quinoa Flour? Ask Annie
Dear Annie,
I see quinoa flour at the health food store, and since it is gluten-free and I am on a gluten-free diet, I’d like to buy it, but I don’t know what to do with it, or what it is. –Kathy, CO
Dear Kathy,
I, too, am on a gluten-free diet, and am a huge fan of quinoa flour. Its flavor is so, so sweet! Quinoa is related to buckwheat and amaranth, and whole it is a round seed the size of a sesame seed. It is increasingly popular because it is high in protein and has a quick cooking time and mild flavor. Sometimes it is called the “vegetarian caviar.”
Quinoa has no gluten, its origin is South American, it is cultivated in the United States, and for protein it has a complete amino acid balance (rare to find outside of animal products).
Whole quinoa is frequently used in hot cereal, side dishes, and served like rice. We have cooking tips on Care2.
I personally use quinoa flour in muffins, pancakes, anything that needs a grain, and I often combine it with gluten-free brown rice flour and coconut flour (a very high fiber flour).
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add your comment »Is there any flour that Quinoa should not be used with? I use a lot of Oat flour, will the two mix okay?
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Hello everybody,
I am Jacqueline and I write from Bolivia.
This beutiful country, located in the heart of South America is the proud birthplace of quinoa. Although some scientists do not like to say the exact procedence of this grain, it is very nice and well educated to highlight where it really comes from, don't you think?
People in Bolivia, indigenous or not, all love quinoa and serve it in everyday food. So, I am willing to pass on some recipes to you. Let me know if you are interested. Choose between a main dish, a soup, a dessert or breakfast.
Enjoy the goodies of this wonderful Bolivian grain.
Also, thanks to the writer for sharing this wonderful recipe with us.
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That picture looks like whole grain Kasha to me.
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I love quinoa - never thought of trying quinoa flour. Thanks for the idea.
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I love the taste of Quinoa. Some basic facts on Quinoa are:
- It's the seed of a green leafy plant.
- It's packed with protein, making it an excellent substitute for rice or couscous
- It's high in iron, potassium, and B vitamins
I've had it as a breakfast cereal and used in a multi-grain pancake mix. Here are a couple of recipes that may help you begin using this delicious grain:
- Delicious, healthy hot Quinoa breakfast
- Quinoa soup
Try it out, and enjoy!
Lisa
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For a quick meal for us and the kids we use. Organic chicken or tofu in a stir fry with fresh veggies and herbs and add in some Quinoa. This is perfect for a quick meal and is so good for you. In a pinch I have even cut out the meat and tofu and it was still really good.
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We love quinoa in our family meals, far better than rice in my opinion - and much healthier.
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