A tasty alternative to rice, this Instant Pot Quinoa recipe is a fast, healthy addition to any meal and provides a wonderful earthy flavor to a wide variety of dishes.
Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse until water runs clear, about 30-60 seconds.
Add the broth and quinoa to the pressure cooker. Stir with a fork to make sure the quinoa is all covered and there is none sticking to the side of the pot.
Use the manual setting to cook on high for 1 minute, making sure the vent is sealed.
After cooking, allow the pressure to release naturally. Remove the cover and fluff with a fork. Add salt for taste if necessary.
Notes
A fine-mesh strainer is necessary because quinoa is a very small grain and can fit through the holes of a traditional colander.
When cooking quinoa in the instant pot, you always use a 1:1 ratio of quinoa and cooking liquid.
I recommend not using salt if you are cooking in broth or stock. If you’re using water, you will want that extra to bring out the flavor.