How to cook quinoa in a rice cooker

Рет қаралды 81,019

Күн бұрын

A rice cooker can make more than rice. Quinoa is another grain it can make in a snap, and the process is the same as making rice. Chef Matt Degen shows how to quickly and easily make this gluten-free superfood in a rice cooker.
0:00 Introduction
0:57 What is quinoa?
2:33 About that rice cooker measuring cup
3:37 Measuring quinoa in a rice cooker
6:43 Reveal of rice cooker quinoa
7:16 how to use quinoa
7:52 what does quinoa taste like?
Tunes: "Revenge Body Beat" by Nana Kwabena; "Bovi" by The Grand Affair

Пікірлер: 137

@peterpiper487 2 жыл бұрын

I cook quinoa in my rice cooker all the time. I also like to make mixed dishes. For instance, if I want a quinoa/green bean dish, I add the quinoa and water, season it with various spices, then on top of that I add cut green beans. The quinoa turns out great and the green beans are heated at the same time. Then I just stir them together and I have a nice quinoa/green bean dish. Sometimes I use a different vegetable, such as broccoli... just depends on what I'm hungry for and what will complement the quinoa.

@arimonL Жыл бұрын

Great idea! thanks

@2001leesteffi 8 ай бұрын

Hi how many minutes u Rice cooker to cook quinoa rice

@EDS2314 7 ай бұрын

I would have NEVER guessed that quinoa was not rice. Thanks for making that clear

@IWantToCook 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was informative! Happy cooking 🙏

@peterpiper487 2 жыл бұрын

A tip on measuring: The radio is 2:1, which means 2 measures of water to 1 measure of quinoa. That means you can add 2 cups of water to 1 cup of quinoa or 1/2 cup water to 1/4 cup of quinoa. Just remember that it's twice as much water as quinoa. I make different amounts of quinoa, depending on how many people will be at the dinner table, but I always add twice as much water as quinoa and it works out great every time. BTW, I have the On/Off rice cooker... no other buttons. It works so well that I don't need a fancy rice cooker with lots of selections on it. Apparently the guy in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLmEgcunqa3GiX0.html feels the same way.

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips. Thank you! 🙏

@virginiadonnelly1031 Жыл бұрын

@@acidheadzzzI think he does a great job and very informative

@kyato26 7 ай бұрын

Just what I needed, I really don't look at the measurements on the rice cooker 😅

@ln1507373 3 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊 for the measurements.

@narutaza 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video !! Very clear !!

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Happy cooking 🧑‍🍳

@CampMore99 2 жыл бұрын

Just shared this video. Just bought a rice cooker to cook my quinoa. Appreciate you.

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing. All my best to you and happy cooking!

@MrsLoya-er8nl 3 жыл бұрын

Had no idea! Excellent video and thanks for the suggestion of adding the vinegar for no clumping 👌

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

@maggyherrera5578 7 ай бұрын

I stopped eating white Jasmine rice and I Love Quinoa especially it’s better for your health and it’s more nutritious then plain rice ❤️

@IWantToCook 7 ай бұрын

💯🙌

@sheilawu7923 2 ай бұрын

Ur video is sooo helpful...many many thanks!!!

@IWantToCook 2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear! Thanks much for watching :-)

@ChayDenne Жыл бұрын

great video! thanks

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🙏

@4444colin Жыл бұрын

I am a dedicated grains eater and like to cook a wide variety of grains from Kamut and Barley to quinoa and various rice's. I usually cook them in a slow cooker, stove top in various pans, and also rice cookers. I have never used vinegar or rice vinegar and will Braggs I love trying out tips and tricks to improve or modify things. I sometimes use broth with quinoa to enhance flavor along with adding greens such as mustard kale or spinach to add flavor. Thanks for the video and tip. I have never bothered gauge inside the pot thinking it was their for water levels only. Nice to know.

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful. I’m big into grains, too. Have you ever tried teff? If it’s not on your radar, here’s my primer: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g7Giqpdptt2UoZs.html

@4444colin Жыл бұрын

@@IWantToCook So funny I purchased some a while back but had a defeat in the cooking process!! The bag has been sitting in in the cupboard of neglect ever since.!! I will check out your video. Many Thanks.

@tuanv2335 Ай бұрын

Yours is a TRUE recipe. On the net there are fake way with 2:1 ratio 2 water + 1 quinoa, and I guess they never did it. Thanks for the recipe. It’s so simple: cook it like white rice, pour water to the cup level, and press button (white rice). Thanks again.

@IWantToCook Ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching! All my best to you 🙏

@saintrude 3 ай бұрын

I use the tricolor quinoa for my tabbouleh. I like the colors. I don't have a rice cooker but I do have an Instant Pot and I know a lot of people make rice in those. I almost bought the ingredients for tabbouleh, now I wish I had. I'm craving it.

@alvarogaitan2529 2 ай бұрын

thanks great job

@IWantToCook 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

@travist1169 Жыл бұрын

KEEN - WAH!

@merika206 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I just started my journey in eating healthy and see Quinoa mentioned everywhere. I had no idea how to cook it. I subscribed to your channel. ❤😊

@IWantToCook 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I know you will succeed on your journey. Here’s to happy cooking and excellent health 🙌

@sureignmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! This looks so good!! 😊 I have to try to make this one day! Thank you for teaching the world how to make this amazing dish! Keep up the great work!! 😇🙏

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome, and thanks for watching! 🙏

@sureignmusic 2 жыл бұрын

@@IWantToCook Of course! No problem! 😊just keep being awesome! 😎

@fritziezacarias2049 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info! My 1st time I will try quinoa in our daily meal to keep us healthy. Appreciated much👌🙏

@IWantToCook 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoy it 😀

@AestheticMat Ай бұрын

You’re goated brother much love

@IWantToCook Ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

@evelynthomas7125 Жыл бұрын

Wow., just bought quinoa last evening. Gonna cook it after watching this vid. Thk u for sharing 9:28

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@tmdavidson1478 Күн бұрын

I could not tolerate the taste of quinoa--not even after soaking and rinsing. What works for me is a tsp ground cardamom. I want a rice cooker now.

@marimaria9966 2 жыл бұрын

Great video 👍

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@keisharowland6176 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏

@Adeline9418 Жыл бұрын

I bought the stainless steel cup. I plan on cooking quinoa tonight and steaming broccoli on top. I also have an Aroma rice cooker. Moss and Stone but it's identical to other Aroma rice cookers.

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏 . Happy cooking!

@leahgriffin5061 Жыл бұрын

Yes I used rice cooker and it cooked so good

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!!

@peterpiper487 2 жыл бұрын

I see that you have a Corningware Corelle cornflower kettle on your stove. I have the entire set of cornflower in my cupboard... plates, saucers, bowls, cups, salt and pepper shakers, butter dish, platter, casseroles, fry pans and more. I'm a collector of the Corningware Corelle cornflower pattern table wear and cook wear.

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Right on! Sounds like a great collection. I absolutely love CorningWare and have tons of the vintage Pyroceramic stuff. It is hands-down the most versatile cookware I know of. I buy it at thrift stores for just a few dollars. The Blue Cornflower is my favorite pattern - just timeless.

@barbwire1415 3 ай бұрын

Matt, Why didn't you rinse the saponins before cooking the quinoa?

@IWantToCook 3 ай бұрын

Because it wasn’t necessary. Most non-bulk quinoa has already been rinsed, at least here in the U.S. To be sure, just look for any instructions on the package. Cheers.

@studentaccount4354 Жыл бұрын

You are supposed to rinse the quinoa! It has a bitter coating that needs to be rinsed off. If the quinoa is prepared by manufacturer than the package will say it. Rice needs rinsing too unless otherwise indicated on the label. I think you should mention this in your video.

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

You are correct: I wish I had mentioned this. If I recall, the kind I was using was no-rinse, but yes, please always check the label. Thanks for noting this.

@gregoryjulian5148 10 ай бұрын

Exactly let it soak for 2 hours then rinse it well then cook it.

@3ricxb268 Жыл бұрын

Great video sir, I'm going to try this tonight for dinner

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! I hope you enjoy dinner :)

@dianneharnaraine7313 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful video? Can you plz tell me why you add vinegar? I have never cooked mine this way. Thanks

@IWantToCook 11 ай бұрын

It’s certainly optional, and I do the same with rice. It imparts a hint of tang and I believe it helps the grains not clump. Maybe give it a try and see if it works for you. Thanks for watching and happy cooking! 🙏

@dianneharnaraine7313 11 ай бұрын

@@IWantToCook thanks I will definitely give it a try ok.

@septemberanne4176 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for making this video! I have a quick question. Does the quinoa texture come out of the rice cooker the same every time? I am trying to find a method that will give very consistent results and wasn't sure if the quinoa comes out slightly different each time? Also does the rice cooker, cook the quinoa for the same amount of time? Like does it always cook the quinoa for 30 mins or does it have a sensor and the cook times may vary? I apologize, I've never had a rice cooker. Thanks! :)

@IWantToCook 11 ай бұрын

Oh please don’t apologize - those are great questions! I have found the texture to be consistent when using the same ratios. As for time, it will likely vary just as with rice, with a larger batch cooking longer. Rice cookers have an internal sensor that will shut off the heat (the cooking) and go into a keep warm mode once the rice has absorbed the water. Hope this helps! 🙏

@septemberanne4176 11 ай бұрын

@@IWantToCook Thank you so much for your super fast reply and kindness! That's very helpful! I plan to be making bigger batches of quinoa. If I double the quinoa in the rice cooker, do I also double the water or should I use a little less than double? Also, I am planning to buy a rice cooker. Do you have an affiliate link? Thanks again! :)

@IWantToCook 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure! You don't necessarily need to double the water; you can use a bit less. I'd go same ratio as rice, so if you have a measuring guide, just use that. And here's a cool thing when you get that rice cooker: They have those built-in measuring lines for the water. So you just use those to measure according to how much rice you want. For example, for 3 rice cooker cups of rice (a rice cooker cup is 3/4 standard cup), you just fill to the 3-cup line mark inside the rice cooker. Simple, yeah?! I don't have any affiliate links (maybe i should get on that, lol) but i personally bought this rice cooker 10 years ago and still use it multiple times a week. I think the extra money for stainless steel post vs. nonstick is well worth it. It cleans up so easily and still looks like new! a.co/d/5EbqD2I

@septemberanne4176 11 ай бұрын

@@IWantToCook Yes, I don't like nonstick either. You should look into doing affiliate links and see if it is for you. Thanks for the link! I will definitely look at it. I really appreciate all your help. Thank you!

@CIF369 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video 🙏🏻. Is the vinegar just for flavor?

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it adds a bit of tang and also can help prevent clumping. Works the same with rice. Thanks for watching!

@asohanthevarajah6294 3 жыл бұрын

Don't have to rinse Quinoa before cooking?

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

You certainly can. Some brands recommend rinsing to get rid of a powdery residue. I found no such issue with this type of quinoa, but absolutely - rinse your quinoa if desired.

@joshuagentry3118 Жыл бұрын

I've always heard you should rinse quinoa first because of its coating. Do you find that unnecessary?

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Correct - that used to always be recommended. These days that isn’t always the case, but be sure to go with what the package advises. Cheers!

@kyato26 7 ай бұрын

I'll be cooking quinoa for the first time. (We always cook white rice at home) Is it fine to use non distilled white vinegar for quinoaand himalayan salt instead? (I heard they put vinegar on rice to make it last longer or not get easily spoiled)

@IWantToCook 7 ай бұрын

Yep, that should be totally fine. Sometimes I substitute white wine vinegar or rice vinegar. Enjoy!

@fullyhousewifed 2 ай бұрын

hi. do we no longer need to wash quinoa before cooking?

@IWantToCook 2 ай бұрын

Correct. Some modern quinoa does not require rinsing. That said, always look at the package of your particular quinoa and follow its guidelines. Cheers!

@virtuehealthcare Жыл бұрын

can you do rolled oats in the rice cooker?

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

I believe so but have actually never tried. Sounds like another video 😀

@srzarz3017 9 ай бұрын

So to summarize it, same directions as you would white rice?

@IWantToCook 9 ай бұрын

Yep, that should work!

@callummcmac4079 Жыл бұрын

It's really good with chili, heavy on the bell pepper.

@SeeSaw99 6 ай бұрын

What's the purpose of the vinegar??? Great video. I'm just starting to eat quinoa. I travel alot and i have a personal rice cooker that i use to cook oatmeal. Gonna try this in my personal rice cooker soon.

@IWantToCook 6 ай бұрын

I find the vinegar adds a nice tang and can help the grains separate when fluffed. Give it a try! Thanks for watching 🙏

@sheenatiller3502 10 ай бұрын

How many times did he say quinoa?

@rockinrobin2326 4 ай бұрын

so...no rinsing? should I or shouldn't I? some do, some don't. thoughts?

@IWantToCook 4 ай бұрын

Good question, and I'm sorry i did not address that in video. I'd say it's up to you, and to follow any instructions on your particular package. I use quinoa that does NOT require rinsing, and thus I didn't do so. But by all means, rinse if you want to. Hope this helps, and thanks for watching.

@puggychu 4 ай бұрын

what is the purpose of adding vinegar to the quinoa?

@IWantToCook 4 ай бұрын

As with rice, I find it helps keep the grains from clumping too much and adds a little tang. Totally up to you if you want to add.

@RomansapienMVision 19 күн бұрын

Just use your index finger. Filipino knows what I'm talking about.

@nickryan515 2 жыл бұрын

quinWAAAH

@hrawson74 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@benprevost1837 Жыл бұрын

Just wondering can I use apple cider vinegar in the rice cooker?

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Yes, adding a few drops to the water should be fine. I use a teaspoon of vinegar myself when making rice. Cheers!

@PetersonBlanc 2 жыл бұрын

Notice that you didn't wash the quinoa, would you not recommend you do similar to regular rice?

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Good observation! In retrospect, yes I would advise rinsing before cooking. Depending on where the quinoa is sourced from, it might have dust or impurities that could affect quality and taste. If that’s the case, rinsing can wash those off.

@faridaakbarli Жыл бұрын

Why do you put white vinegar?

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

I find it gives better taste and helps separate the grains, same as using it when making rice. It’s totally optional.

@as2489 3 ай бұрын

Arnt you suppose to put the water in first?

@IWantToCook 3 ай бұрын

As with rice, oatmeal, and other grains, I don’t think the order matters since the water and grains are heating together from the start.

@leilasaladino8804 2 ай бұрын

No need to wash before cooking?

@IWantToCook 2 ай бұрын

Modern quinoa doesn’t always need it. Read the package for direction on that if in doubt. This kind here was pre-rinsed. Cheers!

@aliasgher4618 7 ай бұрын

Is quinoa good for uric acid patients??

@IWantToCook 7 ай бұрын

Unfortunately I don’t know the answer to that. Maybe a medical professional reading this can weigh in. Cheers 🙏

@aliasgher4618 7 ай бұрын

@@IWantToCook thanks for replying

@nowaygardenhose Жыл бұрын

keen-uuuua

@bobandlucas Жыл бұрын

I burnt rice in rice cooker all the time and I'm half Asian!!! So the secret is water 2X as much as grain. Maybe this formulae works for rice too??

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

Generally yes. I personally measure rice with the rice cooker cup (it’s 3/4 of a cup), and then I fill with water (or broth) to the corresponding line inside pot. For example, for 3 rice cooker cups of rice, I fill to the 3-cup line with liquid. Hope that helps! 🙏

@Prop122 10 ай бұрын

What if you only want one cup?

@i85legend25 2 жыл бұрын

Its actually a Seed

@mannyzuccarelli Жыл бұрын

The way dude says Quinoa

@reneejaurequi5808 24 күн бұрын

No need to rinse quinoa in water please ??

@IWantToCook 24 күн бұрын

It depends on the brand and where you buy it. Some packages say "pre-washed" and in that case it isn't necessary. Be sure to look on the package, and if in doubt feel free to rinse.

@tonymai1844 8 ай бұрын

you look lean and healthy. go low carb is the way living healthy and not feeding big pharma. Saving money on medicine, cooking healthy food.

@keithmendoza2211 Жыл бұрын

Dude you couldn’t just tell us how many cups of water. Rice cookers come in different sizes smh

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

It can vary respective to each rice cooker's size. Thus the built-in numbering in the cooking bowl. For a very general ratio, though, you can use 2 cups of water for every 1 cup of quinoa. Thanks for watching and happy cooking.

@Czarinederella 2 ай бұрын

That's too much vinegar

@IWantToCook 2 ай бұрын

You can always adjust to your preference. Cheers!

@marisasheng 2 жыл бұрын

Why vinegar? Doesn't it will turn out sour? Lol

@IWantToCook 2 жыл бұрын

Vineagar adds a little bite of flavor thanks to its sour nature, and can also help prevent the grains from clumping. Works on rice, too, and is totally optional.

@theresapalino7494 Жыл бұрын

Can you use ACV?

@louisedavidson848 7 ай бұрын

You really need to wash ur quinoa first to remove the bitter powder.

@IWantToCook 7 ай бұрын

Good point I should have mentioned: Read the label. Nowadays, some quinoa does not require another rinsing, but by all means, rinse if desired or if the labeling instructs you to do so. Cheers!

@Mtsayhello 4 ай бұрын

Need to wash quinoa first

@IWantToCook 4 ай бұрын

As I’ve mentioned in other comments here, it depends. Nowadays that is not always the case, and the package should specify. But by all means, even if the package says no rinsing is needed, you can feel free to do so. Cheers. 👍

@sebleworklemma2674 2 жыл бұрын

Wrong measurement

@mrcharles4636 Жыл бұрын

Wash your quinoa brother

@IWantToCook Жыл бұрын

I really should have mentioned this in the video. The long held advice is to rinse quinoa to get rid of its natural coating called saponin, which some people find bitter. But some boxed quinoa is pre-rinsed, so this step isn’t necessary, if you desire it at all. My advice is to follow the instructions on your particular box. If it’s pre-rinsed yet you still find the cooked quinoa bitter, try rinsing more. Thanks for watching and happy cooking 🙏

@Artty-fl8ul Ай бұрын

Do you cut your own hair??????????

@IWantToCook Ай бұрын

Not yet, but I am seriously considering a Flowbee. From what I infer of your comment, maybe that would be an upgrade...

@vijekumarnadesu7480 Жыл бұрын

To much Talk

@drcoffins 3 жыл бұрын

There is no reason this video should 9 mins lol. I need this info quick and this was waste of time.

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

I have to agree, and I made the video! That was among my earlier efforts. I’m learning to cut to the chase. Thanks for watching.

@drcoffins 3 жыл бұрын

@@IWantToCook LOL sorry man that sounded meaner than I meant for it. I was just frustrated while trying to cook dinner. I actually ended up watching the whole video still and thought you did a great job explaining. (Quinoa turned out great too FYI lol)

@IWantToCook 3 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Glad it turned out well!