Quinoa

I had Quinoa yesterday. My husband and I just love it. Our friend introduced it to us. Quinoa is an ancient crop that grows in poor soil, dry climates and even mountain altitudes. A quinoa grain is flat and has a pointed oval shape. It is grown as a crop primarily for its edible seeds. The grains exist is several colorations, including yellow, red, brown and black. When cooked, quinoa expands to about three or four times its size. It also has a unique texture, smooth and creamy and the tail of the grain has a crunchy texture. When preparing quinoa, you should rinse it first to remove any powdery residue. The simplest way to do this is to place the grains in a strainer and rinse until the water runs clear. It is a complete protein-with an essential amino acid balance.