Quinoa, as part of the superfoods and a grainy foods that contains many useful amino acids and vitamins, has a specific way of preparation that allows it to be properly digested and easily consumed.
We're talking about soaking the quinoa seeds before they are cooked or eaten raw.
Why do we have to soak quinoa before eating it?
Because quinoa contains phytic acid in the composition of the coating of the seed. It prevents our body from properly absorbing the nutrients from the plant and even consumed in larger quantities, could be a cause for stomach and intestinal irritations.
It is for these reasons that before eating quinoa, it necessary needs to be soaked so that the seeds can be cleared of phytic acid and so that we can properly absorb all amino acids and vitamins.
The most convenient way to soak quinoa is to leave it in water overnight. It is believed that a 6 to 8-hour in water is sufficient for the safe consumption of quinoa.
If you like quinoa, we can recommend the following quinoa recipes:
- quinoa salad;
- quinoa patties;
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