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Quinoa
Nutty and slightly grassy with a light, fluffy bite.
Lens analyzedQuinoa is a small seed from a leafy plant related to spinach, cooked like a grain and known for a light, fluffy texture with a slight crunch and a tiny curled tail once cooked. It stands in for rice or couscous in many dishes.
Where it comes from
Quinoa was a staple crop of Andean civilizations in South America long before it reached North American grocery shelves in recent decades.
Buying it
Rinse it before cooking unless the package says pre-rinsed, since the seed's natural coating can taste bitter and soapy if left on.
Storing it
Keep it sealed in a dry pantry container.
Keeps about 2 years in the pantry.
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