How I made QUINOA taste 10x BETTER
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- Опубликовано: 12 май 2024
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🔑 KEY MOMENTS
00:00 Why quinoa is the worst
00:30 Rinse and cooking the quinoa
01:26 Prepping the vegetables
03:14 Drying the quinoa
03:52 Roasting the quinoa and veggies
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05:58 Prepping the marinated chickpeas
08:26 A superstar ingredient ✨
09:18 Tossing the quinoa and optional mix-ins
10:40 Removing quinoa and veggies from the oven
11:01 Time to assemble!
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your recipies are all good, but you always put oli in a lot of steps. In the end the meal has a lot of calories, which is sad because you never mention that.
I's spring here. Just discovered garlic scapes. OMG. Where have these been all my life??? Raw, cooked, they're very versatile...and very seasonal. Get 'em while you can, and add them to your dishes and salads!
So many influencers will say things like "oh these kelp noodles are SO good" or "I promise this cauliflower rice tastes just like rice!" LIES. I love that Nisha tells it like it is.
😂 hahaha I do love cauliflower but I will never tell you that cauliflower rice tastes the same as rice.
I’ll never forget someone tried to say that plain riced cauliflower was an excellent substitute for grated Parmesan on pasta dishes. I was like, girl… 🙄
@slapaho but a grated macadamia nut works pretty well in a pinch.
Totally. I have never enjoyed the texture (or taste of quinoa) and really thought I was the exception. So glad to hear that many others don't like it either. Love that Nisha has, of course, come up with a great way to use it and also a great looking salad overall!
@@RainbowPlantLife right? I love cauliflower fucking love it but cauliflower rice is just no 😩 they ruined the cauliflower
I love that you basically turned quinoa into toasted bread crumbs. Genius! 😄
Ha, this is a great description!
I was thinking the same thing and wondering what to use it as breading on 🤔
Do you know if quinoa retains any/all nutritional value when it’s cooked and baked? Thanks, as always. Your videos (cookbook) & you are gems.👏👏👏🌿💕🌿🌷
@@hortensejones4050there's no definitive research on that yet. Another method I see suggested is to toast quinoa before boiling, which should improve flavour, though won't be crunchy as in Nisha's recipe.
@@hortensejones4050 Quinoa should not be affected by cooking and roasting. It is mainly made of fiber, protein, carbs, and trace minerals that don't degrade or "lose nutritional value" from cooking. It does have kaempferol and quercetin that are probably not heat tolerant, but you should just have some kale or arugula for those instead as quinoa contains quite little.
Remember it is always better to eat cooked and flavored veggies/whole grains than none at all!
I actually love adding plain quinoa to my salads to bulk them up. I don't mind the taste or texture because it absorbs the dressing nicely. But this is a creative spin that I'd definitely try inappropriating into my salads!
True, for me I like to add it to my soups since I barely notice it!
My favorite way to eat quinoa is with a lemon/tathini dressing, and essentially all of the veggies I have on hand. Tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, olives...The tahini dressing makes it SO good.
What is your recipe? Sounds delicious
Great idea,thanks. I just love tahini
Do you add maple syrup or garlic or anything
Thank you so much I have all those topping you resolved my meal for dinner
You are like the vegan mother we all need
Hahaha I’ve never thought of myself as a traditional mother, but I’ll take vegan mother!
speak for yourself
@@RainbowPlantLife Well what's the difference? Except animal products..
@@ladylight66ugh the profile picture 🤣🤢save me
I have made this already and PEOPLE, this is how quinoa should live. It is a total gamechanger, SO good. I always ate it cuz I 'should'. Never excited, EVER. This will be back in my rotation for sure! Loved watching the process video on this! Thank you Nisha!
🥳 so delighted to hear you enjoyed quinoa so much in this recipe! Thank you for sharing!
I'm loving this editing style where you show what you're about to do in little snippets then flash back to you. Great way to keep our attention and show us what we're in for!
I can't believe you don't like quinoa. I love it plain. However I also love your recipes, so I would definitely try it this way. ❤
Me too - spent the whole video thinking I am really weird as so many people seem to hate it 😂 I think it has a lovely nutty flavour and as I am a coeliac it makes a great alternative to couscous for me & I also like to mix it with rice and buckwheat! ☺
Quinoa does not taste good unless you find a way to make it taste good, it’s not like white rice.
I love quinoa too. This is the first time I ever heard someone didn't like it!
Right?!
I usually do a simple olive oil and vinegar or lemon
Then add raw veggies and herbs, olives or sweet vinegar peppers, and it’s delicious. And definitely a main event!
Actually the thought of making quinoa dry and crunchy weirds me out.
Maybe as a salad topper? But I like my quinoa light and fluffy. Not dry and crunchy
A weird way I started doing quinoa through trial and error is:
- rinse
- roast it in olive oil(or any oil) and some condiments until you can hear its toasted and smell it ( i usually use vegetable stock powder // not the water one because you wanna roast it )
- cook it with 1.25 cup water to 1 cup quinoa until the water is gone and let it dry out after
And bam it usually tastes really good. I know it maybe sounds weird but try it out if you're low on time and want some quinoa.
This is actually the usual way to cook it so you lucked into tradition
@@LocdnessMomster Lucky me I guess, I had no idea XD
that's pretty much how my mother from Italy made her rice and she called it pilaf, It's so much more flavorful than plain. Thank you for reminding me
That’s how my mom made ricearoni, never thought of doing it with quinoa. I can’t bake in the oven like this video as I always burn it.
Great suggestion, I'm going to try it out, thanks!!💟
I’m surprised about those headlines about people not liking quinoa. I learned to like it when I used it to make a tabbouleh salad instead of using wheat.
At any rate, I am very grateful for your wonderful recipes . ❤🙏🏻🌞
Looks tasty, I love quinoa. I've never tried crispy quinoa before, thanks for the tip!
It’s such a fun way to use quinoa! Hope you’ll love it :)
There is multi coloured quinoa available where I live, and I can recommend using it for example in a carrot lentil soup. Very tasty!
Thank you Nisha for being so real with us! I’ve never like quinoa for all the reasons you mentioned, can’t wait to try your recipe to jazz it up! 👍
I think washing the quinoa a bit more would help. I do what Simnett Nutrition does by fill ing a pot with water with the quinoa then whisk it for a good minute and you’ll actually see the soapiness settle on top. And of course I cook it with a bit of broth. But, if I don’t wanna add excess sodium, I’ll mix it with different kinds of rice to increase to diversity of plants.
@jaminwaite3867 - The first time I tried quinoa, it was horribly bitter. I just couldn't understand why so many people loved it. It was a while before I found out that it needed rinsing to get the coating off. The package I bought never mentioned that tidbit.
I too follow simnett nutrition. He seems like a cool guy and have used some of his recipes.
First I was very skeptic because of the million ingredients and the ton of work this salad needed, but OMG this is the best thing I ate is a long-long time! 🤩
I love quinoa.
No one else in my family does.
I use instead of rice & substitute cracked wheat for taboulee.
I eat quinoa like oatmeal in the morning. Love I just about any way. I think k most people put to much water on it and it has a terrible mushy texture.
We just had your amazing quinoa salad for lunch. Yummy - came out great with roasted onions, garlic and fennel bulbs. Thank you!
I love how more realistic and fun this video is. Well done!
I really like quinoa, even without the hacks.
Yeah I think it's just neutral, like rice. I don't mind the texture or taste it just goes with whatever you put in it
This was truly the most awesome salad. Took a bit to make it, but totally worth the labor. Whole family enjoyed the crunchy quinoa dish Thank you for sharing this recipe with us - I will be making this again and again. Daughter said this is in the top five dishes I've made.
Hey Nisha! Amazing video. You have such a wonderful blend of creative and technical mind which means we get the best recipes ❤❤ thank you! Definitely going to try this recipe.
A great post! My top tips for quinoa.... ☺️
(a) Rinse if you have to (better brands don't need rinsing, you will have to test with and without to see if your brand needs it)
2. if you rinsed you will need to dry first before toasting. If you have a dehydrator this is the best way to do it as you don't actually want it to cook at this stage
3. Toast the quinoa in a pan on the stove for a few minutes. It will become aromatic (nutty aroma). Then cook as usual in water and...
4. Lay out on a tray and freeze, when frozen pop in a bag. Easy now to whip out whatever quinoa you need for any given recipe. I add it in small amounts in curries etc as it's a good protein and is super filling without compromising the flavour of the original curry
Toasting quinoa before cooking it is key! 🙂
I just made quinoa salad tonight for dinner, before I saw this video was up. It was a really yummy salad but I think I’ll definitely try roasting the quinoa next time! It looks like a whole new level!
I cannot express how greatful I am for this recepie! I hated quinoa. HATED. But I tried your way yesterday and this baked quinoa is amazing. I put it in a jar and I will use it to so many meals!
I am delighted to hear that! It’s such a game changer and I’m glad you’re loving it!
How long does it last you? Curious!
About a week@@sunnybunny406
“Only Tonight: QUINOA”!! so good 😂🎉. One of my favorite quinoa recipes is making red lentil wraps with soaked quinoa. I am going to make baked quinoa those it looks great!
I do enjoy your lightness and just-right cadence. Your editing is wonderful. I am fascinated by how the narration blends so well with the spoken parts. Very catchy. I have seen so many cooking videos over the past few years and yours are always the most enjoyable and informative. I discovered your work when my partner decided to adjust his ovo-lacto vegetarian diet to a plant-based one in 2020. You have been such a help to me. Thank you.
This video makes me so happy. I have never been a quinoa fan. I always talk myself into trying it AGAIN and force myself to eat it. I am excited to try this salad. I think the textures will be a win. Thank you for sharing!
i am not a quinoa lover either, nisha. and i actually had a full cooked bowl in my fridge, staring me down. i toasted it, as per your instructions, and what a game changer! thank you so much for the inspiration.
I'm am so loving the style of your content and story flow recently. This recipe looks delicious.I will be making this. Thank you 🙏🏽 and Shoutout to all the garlic pressure lol✨🧄
What a great video! I love quinoa in any form, but I’m excited to add your techniques to the mix. I’m also a huge fan of OSEA; their body oil has been a post-shower staple of mine for months. How fun to see them as a sponsor!
I'll just go and cook this forever.... amazing way of bringing up together so many potentially boring ingredients and making something yummi our of them!! thanks for public service Nisha!
I am 100% baking my quinoa from here on out! Love your tips. I've been putting tahini in my tofu scramble and it has been a game changer. You're an amazing cook!
☺️ thank you Colleen! So happy you’re enjoying the tofu scramble hack!
Such a great recipe! So many elements but really worth it!! Thanks for sharing your innovative recipees
Omg where have you been, recently discovered your channel and I’m already hooked, your sense of humor, and knowledge is phenomenal. I LOVE watching your videos ❤
Once again... you hit this out of the park!! I also am not a quinoa fan but this was a great warm salad meal!!
Love to hear that, Cindy! I love a warm salad meal 🥳
I needed this today, getting creative with ingredients I have left for the week, including quoinoa and chickpeas! ❤
Sunflower seeds or pepitas (pumpkin seeds) can be a useful and tasty substitute for other nuts, but check with your guests before adding them. Some people with nut allergies have sensitivities to seeds as well. - Often from replacement overuse.
Thank goodness you did this video. I also can’t get excited about quinoa the regular way. I’ll definitely try this great looking recipe!
Great idea about the quinoa and the salad looks delicious. And...you crack me up. So, all in all, a very enjoyable and helpful video!
I honestly like quinoa but I cook it in all the things. I have seen roasted quinoa and have been meaning to try it. Thanks for the recipe. Also, thank you for your realness. It is truly appreciated.
I just made this, and it's so good I can't stop eating it. Your recipes are always awesome!
Wow! The dish looks lovely, but the amount of pre work that goes into your dishes is mind boggling! Love your energy!
Yes! I want to eat this so badly but will not make it myself… looks amazing! But allot of work.
I made this tonight & it came out perfectly crunchy! It tasted great & made my salad look beautiful!
I found this recipe via you awhile back. We LOVE it!!! The crunch of the Quinoa is one of the things that make it. I've made it with whatever veggies are in my fridge. Anything works since there is so much flavor in the marinated chick peas.
Aaah, I actually love quinoa, and this recipe looks fantastic! Will be trying this ❤
Just tried this today and it turned out delicious.
Finally know how to make quinoa.
Thanks a ton.
Love quinoa b/c it is so versatile!!! It's all about how you season it and what you add to it.
I honestly love your humor, never thought recipe videos could make me laugh so much :D
Excuse me BAKED quinoa?! Brilliant. Never tried it, but totally trying it.
It’s a game changer!!
This looks so good! Toasted quinoa is my new favorite thing. Gonna make this next week. I'm not vegan but I'm addicted to your recipes. Also yay you have sponsors now!
I always like something sweet in a grain or orzo salad like that. It’s usually golden raisins but to this I think I would add dried cranberries or dried cherries. I’ve even used dried blueberries when it’s all I had on hand. I also had a salad recently with pomegranate seeds that was so good.
you can also add a cinnamon stick when cooking quinoa for extra flavor!
Really enjoy watching you cook. You make it fun!
Great option of toasting the quinoa. And cooking with less water is a wonderful solution- I have done this too, but will try the toasting today.
Excellent job teaching me new ways to stay healthy. Love it! Thank you for being you.
I like the way you get on with the recipe. You are concise and to the point. Good video, thanx!
This is my first time watching one of your videos and I just got to say you are the funniest and this recipe looks so delicious. I can’t wait to try it. Coming from someone who wants to go full vegetarian this year, this is going to be one of my favorite recipes for sure. ❤
I love quinoa the way it is. Rinse it VERY well, because of the saponins.
I learned how to cook quinoa from Martha Rose Shulman in the NYTimes years ago. Always rinse well. One cup quinoa to three cups water. Cook for exactly 16 minutes. Drain well. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes (essential). Perfect every time. I always keep a batch in the fridge and eat it cold as my breakfast cereal with blueberries and milk. Love it.
She just said use less water though
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Love quinoa for all of it’s benefits. I’ve been “toasting” it in a skillet before boiling. I may have the try baking it!
I usually mix it with equal parts of rolled barley as a substitution for normal white rice. It has been working pretty well.
I love quinoa in general, but roasted brought it a level up big time! Thank you so much for sharing your delicious recipes.
Very cool new take on making quinoa. I have been soaking them overnight to sprout them and when I cook it I flavor the water with black salt and cayenne pepper. It spruces up the flavor. Quinoa is my rice replacement so I will eat it with everything. This is a fresh approach I’m going to try…awesome video!
Thank you for introducing me to an interesting and new way of eating Quinoa. I hated Quinoa for all the reasons you mentioned but I love what you did. You made it toasted and you mixed it with chick peas and vegetables which is something I love sooo when and if I try it I will let you know what I think about this recipe. This was an enjoyable video to catch a new way of enjoying Quinoa.
Thanks for this video. I used to love quinoa as a kid but then suddenly found it so gross for the past couple decades. I've been wanting to add it back into my diet, so I'm looking forward to trying your tips❤
I make quinoa salad basically the same as your before version and love it, but I’m definitely going to try the super extra after version. Looks so yummy!
Love you Nisha, for transforming cardboard sand into a tasty food! Thank you thank you💚
Haha your comment made me laugh. You’re welcome, Jana!
Omg I made the recipe exactly how you said and hunnneeyyy this salad is everything!!! Love love love it!
Just cooked up this recipe for lunch. Delicious! Especially liked the fennel.
Looks so yummy. The only thing makes hard to do, its time consuming. Thank you for the nice recipe.
You are awesome
I’m blown away by the baking trick. Love it!!
Does baking it destroy any of the nutrients and stuff that make quinoa so healthy? I’d be curious to hear about that
I just picked up some Quinoa for the first time so it's great that you posted this video otherwise I would have been in for a big surprise cooking it thinking it had a lot of flavor of its own. I really enjoyed your video, great production overall!
Never thought of trying it crispy. Thanks for the tip!
Thank you for your guidance and honesty 😄
I've had this video saved in my cooking playlist since it dropped but I never took the plunge and made it. Well today was the day... and it was 10X better. Of course 10X better than disgusting doesn't mean I loved it but it was a pretty painless way to add some good nutritional things to dishes. Will definitely make it again. 👍
you’re so awesome and seem so genuine!!! i adore you
Your cooking is big on flavor and lots of ingredients. And I love it.
❤
Panera had a quinoa salad that was made with tomato sofritos. I never tried panera bread quinoa but I made my own along with my own tomato sofritos and it was really good. Ive made quinoa crispies to as a salad topper. Cant wait to try your recipe.
Thank you for this I have a bag of quinoa I was scared to use! Beautiful dress btw!
WOW 😮. I "thought" I knew how to cook quinoa (I actually like quinoa). But, OMG ‼️. You took something I already like and transformed it into something I friggin LOVE❣️❣️❣️❣️
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I love love love your editing so much! Thanks for sharing this recipe. :-)
I love your culinary humor. Your videos do cheer me up!
Cooked this for dinner. Tasted great! I didn’t use fennel but I added a small tin of canned corn kernels.
Omg, I haaaate the texture of quinoa and I would keep buying it to use as a grain as it has protein, but I still have some left. I'm so trying this, thank you!
Justa made this, actually eating this rn. Simply delicious! I used completely diferent vegetables because i have some leftovers i wanted to try and its definetly worth it!
I fixed this todays it was delicious. Thank you so much
I made a batch of roasted pearl cous cous today using the roasted quinoa method in this vid and it came out really tasty, they're crispy in the outside & chewy on the inside- delicious!!😘👌
Roasting quinoa is absolute GENIOUS!! THANK YOU!! ❤❤❤
Congrats on the 1M subs :)
Quite a milestone
Looks amazing and going to toast some Quinoa as it is a great idea. Quinoa for digestion must be pressure cooked and refrigerated over night. I use my instant pot to cook the Quinoa and it comes out perfect. Great recipes. Thanks Raymond
I am not vegan but I always cook your recipies for my vegan sister in law and will add my own meat protein to my portion. My in laws are Indian too so your recipes are perfect cuz they need A LOT of flavor in their food 😂.
This recipie looks delicious, can't wait to make it! Tysm
Thank you so much!!! 🎉 I have struggled with quinoa as well.
I rinse my quinoa thoroughly and cook it in vegetable stock, it tastes good to me 😋
Great recipe and looks yummy!! I will have to try you are giving quinoa a new life!🥗🥗
I actually love quinoa. My favorite is a cold salad - quinoa, mango, edamame, red onion, flaked unsweetened coconut - in a lime and honey dressing. Stays fresh in the fridge for quite a while - filling but light.
I love quinoa 😋 i started making a quinoa tabbouleh for a cold summer dish a couple years ago and its a favorite of mine
Such a great idea to bake quinoa! I’m hoping the extra step removes whatever causes gas/stomach pain so I can add it to my grain rotation. Thanks Nisha! 🌿☘️
Rinsing it is VERY important! The first time I made it I skipped the rinsing and was up all night with stomach cramps; I rinsed it well the next time I had it and no problems. It has a natural coating called saponin.
@@barbarak2836 I rinsed it once & was ill anyway. I may need to rinse it 2-3x if I try it again. 😉
@@ReillyWilde Good luck! :😊
I needed this video. I have NEVER liked quinoa so I may have to give another try with these tips. Eating a food that you hate the taste of just "because it is good for you" is not my mantra.
Thank you for sharing this healthy recipe with us. I like your style, informative to the point, and funny. New subber here, looking forward to learning more. Angel from The Bay