Comments on: How to Cook Perfect Quinoa & 10 Quinoa Recipes

By: Selena

Selena — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:31:46 +0000

In reply to Cookie and Kate. Yeah sorry, I jumped the gun on the AI thing. I tried to go back and delete my comment but couldn't figure out how. Sorry, I let my frustration get the better of me on that one.

By: Deborah Frey

Deborah Frey — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:20:18 +0000

In reply to Douglas Fleming.

I can’t believe this isn’t the standard method on all quinoa packaging and recipes for cooking quinoa. I feel very indebted to you for this. Thank-you!

By: Cookie and Kate

Cookie and Kate — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 03:34:23 +0000

In reply to Selena. Hi Selena, this isn't AI generated and all comments are real and moderated by a real human. I'm not sure what question you need answered. This recipe has worked for many.

By: Saffi

Saffi — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:40:39 +0000

In reply to Kina.

Hello from Brussels, Belgium. Following your quinoa recipe, I’ve been getting perfect fluffy quinoa every time. Thank you!

By: Selena

Selena — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:30:08 +0000

In reply to Kathleen. I tried this recipe at sea level with the same result. Added more water and it still wasn't enough. Quinoa was still half-raw by the end of it. Lack of response from author makes me think this was an AI generated article and recipe and likely fake reviews.

By: MoHo Princess

MoHo Princess — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:41:20 +0000

Wow!! Best, easiest & fluffiest quinoa ever. I make a big batch, freeze it & then have it readily available for a sweet version for breakfast or a savory version for lunch. Thank you!

By: Louisa Settlemire

Louisa Settlemire — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:28:54 +0000

This recipe really helped in my quest to make fluffy quinoa. However I still have to make one tweek to get it right. I add 1 tablespoon of oil in the water; per one cup of quinoa.
I know this affects the nutritional value; I try to use the healthiest oil I can like avocado or olive oil.
Pretty sure it has to do with the high elevation ( 9,600ft ) and low humidity.
I found this out by accident and it has been a game changer. I also have to do this when making rice.
Hope this helps others who live at high altitude.

By: Kina

Kina — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:24:02 +0000

I can’t believe how much better this turned out than the package directions!!! Will be doing it this way for sure from now on! What a pleasant surprise! Thanks ☺️

By: Douglas Fleming

Douglas Fleming — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:16:01 +0000

I tried this with a couple of different types of quinoa but found there to be too much liquid. Reduced by 25% and got much better results.
The heat off and steam method at the end of cooking is definitely the way to fluffier results though.
Thank you, D

By: Lisa Watts

Lisa Watts — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:36:09 +0000

I knew nothing about cooking quinoa, so I was thrilled to find this. Used it many times, and have ended up modifying to 1 3/4 c water for 1 c quinoa. That helped the water absorb more before the quinoa started sticking. Electric stove, tricky to get heat decreased quickly enough, even with stirring.
Thanks for great tips!