Sol Authentic Peruvian Tricolor Quinoa

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Overview

Quinoa (pronounced “keen-wah”), is a traditional Andean crop and cultivated mainly in Peru. Quinua means “mother grain” in the Inca language. This ancient seed is a versatile, complete protein whole grain.
Delicious and healthy, Sol Quinoa comes from its ancestral home Peru. Naturally gluten and cholesterol free, and a great source of all essential amino acids.
Cooking Sol quinoa is as easy as any grain, you just soak it and cook until the seeds are soft. Once cooked, you can use it to make fantastic salads, crumbles, and even baked goods.
Multi colored quinoa is delicious on its own and in pilafs, soups and salads ,the beautiful color combination of white quinoa, red quinoa and black quinoa elevates even the simplest dish.
Quinoa seeds have a protein balance similar to that of meat, fish, and milk, so they are an invaluable food for those who are on a vegetarian diet.

Description

With Sol we offer you exceptional products of Peruvian origin, ranging from traditional ingredients for authentic recipes to modern ingredients for Avant grade cuisine. A food that has evolved through thousands of years, packed with all the essential nutrients that you need to keep your health in check. We were the first to import Quinoa, in 2009. And again the first to import Organic Peruvian Quinoa in 2016. Now we offer Peruvian Quinoa in all 4 colors – White, Red, Black and Tricolor. Quinoa is the sacred grain of the Incas. Grown in the mountains of Andes ( Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia and Chile), it is an important grain for the Andean people, it has now become the wonder grain, consumed across the world, for the valuable mineral and vitamin content, more than any comparable grain. Our quinoa is grown wild and free of any pesticides and chemicals. Sol Tricolor Quinoa is rich in protein, dietary fiber, and with an earthy flavor and vibrant colors. Quinoa, the “mother grain,” is an extremely nutritious seed. It has a protein value that is extremely high (12-18%) and the protein it supplies is complete protein, meaning that it includes all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa is easy to digest and it is also a good source of dietary fiber, phosphorous, magnesium, and iron. We eat with our eyes first, so feast on quinoa’s spectrum of color. Tri-color Quinoa is a blend of organic white, black and red quinoa, with a nutty flavor and a fluffy, crunchy texture. Diet approved, you’ll find the bold, beautiful colors of this superfood as satisfying to your senses as it is to your waistline. Tri color quinoa is ideal for vegetarians, vegans and those with gluten intolerance. Tri color quinoa work great in salads or other dishes where the quinoa needs to hold its shape.

Size: 250g, 500g, 1kg.

How To Cook :

Rinse the quinoa well to remove its natural saponin coating which can make it taste bitter or soapy.
Drain the excess water and transfer it to a cooking pot.
Add double the quantity of water or broth along with a pinch of salt to the pan
Bring to a boil, cover the pan, and then allow it to simmer for 15 minutes on medium-low heat.
When the water is absorbed and the grain is fluffy and translucent, you’re done!