The price is good but... How necessary is it to rinse and "toast" this quinoa? And, if so, HOW do you do it?? Thanks! :)
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The few times I have rinsed I just put the quinoa in a fine strainer and rain water over it. Most of the time I don't even do that. I have not noticed a difference either way.
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Rising is recommended. Place desired ammount of quinoa in a bowl and add cold water. Let it soak a moment then strain through a very fine strainer. The point of rising is to remove the saponins associated with bitter taste. Toasting is not required and will only affect taste. If you decide to toast place the desired amount in a pot at low heat and wait until quinoa begins to start popping. Add water and increase heat. Place a lid on pot and simmer. Amount of water depends on amount of quinoa. 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups water. Just double the water
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My husband cooked quinoa in it and it would take anywhere from 1-3 hours. I think rice would be similar. It was very inconsistent. The plug on ours burned after a few uses and was replaced under warranty. That one only lasted a couple of weeks (being used once or twice a week) and the plug burned up. I wouldn't recommend buying it.
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Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at info@mykonjacsponge.com. Thank you. Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at... » Read More Hi Barbara,That's is perfectly fine. We are improving and transitioning to a new packaging which comes in new dry form.Once you soak the sponge in the water, it will become very softHow to care for this new dry type is the same. Once you are done using the sponge, squeeze out all access water and hang it to dry in a dry area.Once every 2 weeks, we recommend sanitizing by either putting it in boiling water for 1-2 min or putting it in a bowl of water and microwave it for 1:30 minIf you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at info@mykonjacsponge.com. Thank you. « Show Less
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I only use it for toast, baked potatoes and sautéing veggies. Is it good for my skin too? Recipe for soap anyone? Sounds like something I would try if I had a recipe.
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I would do it but not a large amount because it is Batsami rice is does tend to foam more as I cook it on the stove top and have to watch it closely till it simmers. Delicious and healthy. U will love it. Sure is not Uncle Bens Converted Rice! Had a rice cooker once a long time ago when I was making much to feed a crowd. Still 2 to 1 ratio. All we buy now unless I want to make brown rice or wild. Quinoa is great as well as kasha as an alternative to rice !
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It didn't say on the bag that I saw but mine was very clean - I didn't see any loose material in the bag that was not whole quinoa. I always read to pre-soak and rinse before cooking anyways though so I always do.
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Thank you for taking interest in our set of strainers. I am sorry to hear you had a miss purchase before, but have no fear All Times Finest is here! :P.. Haha but back on topic, these are very sturdy and during. When comparing our quality to the ones of Cuisinart for example, the quality of both are actually quite the same. All our sets should come in perfect condition, and shouldn't be bent or have squished mesh. However, during transport somethings can always get messed up, so if this happens, just contact me straight away and I will sort it out for you in a flash! They will work for almost any seeds or grains as long as they are not grinded/crushed. Quinoa, rice, and other grains which remain in the form how they occur in nature will work. But maybe this isn't the answer to your question. What do you mean exactly with will the strainers work for those grains? Will you be able to clean them in a proper way, than the answer is yes without a doubt. If, you mean something else, please let me know.
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I re-bagged mine when it arrived into quart size ziplocks and stored those in the freezer as I do with any bulk nuts and seeds (since they can go rancid). There is so much conflicting information out there - initially I'd read it was a seed (and this seller lists it as a seed) and then I've seen others (even in this thread answering you) who refer to it is a grain and NOT as a seed; so I error on the side of it being seed, since those can spoil so much faster than grains ever would,and store the quinoa accordingly. I have had mine stored in the freezer for over 2 years and whenever we take some out to cook it looks and tastes just fine. I re-bagged mine when it arrived into quart size ziplocks and stored those in the freezer as I do with any bulk nuts and seeds (since they can go rancid). There is so much conflicting information out there - initially I'd read it was a seed (and this seller lists it as a seed) and then I've seen others (even in this thread answering you) who refer to it is a grain and NOT as a seed; so I error on the side of it being seed, since those can spoil so much faster than grains ever would,and store the quinoa accordingly. I have had mine stored in the freezer for over 2 years and whenever we take... » Read More I re-bagged mine when it arrived into quart size ziplocks and stored those in the freezer as I do with any bulk nuts and seeds (since they can go rancid). There is so much conflicting information out there - initially I'd read it was a seed (and this seller lists it as a seed) and then I've seen others (even in this thread answering you) who refer to it is a grain and NOT as a seed; so I error on the side of it being seed, since those can spoil so much faster than grains ever would,and store the quinoa accordingly. I have had mine stored in the freezer for over 2 years and whenever we take some out to cook it looks and tastes just fine. « Show Less
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Put 1 cup of quinoa in the pot with 2 c water, and cook. (ie It's a 1 to 2 proportion. So 2 c quinoa needs 4 c water.) It's cook just like rice and turns off automatically
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It is always WISE to rinse but I do not always and HAVE found this to be a very clean product. I love to sprout it before cooking so it gets rinsed most always in the process for me.
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Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14 year old Zo! Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14... » Read More Hi Patdownsouth! Thanks - I did end up buying it and am quite happy with it. You're right, there are some major errors with some of the recipe (check out that water content for the 1lb raisin bread) and I'm still looking for a really good whole wheat recipe with seeds/nuts. The two paddles do work well. Mine does have three settings (1-1.5lb, 2lb, and 2.5lb) and it beeps in the middle of the cycle (which is not in the manual, and I need to look next time it does to figure out where in the cycle it is) and I assume that's for adding nuts/seeds/fruit. It is definitely much better than my 14 year old Zo! « Show Less
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I don't rinse the seeds. I haven't found them to be gritty or anything. But you could rinse them if you prefer.
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I have had similar issues with other strainers. But I use these specifically for Quinoa. Though a few grains get a little stuck occasionally, these strainers have been great for everything!
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LOL, I haven't used it yet! I believe it is. I washed it and put it on the counter. I have beans to grind next week when my current batch runs out.
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We use it to cook quinoa all the time. It works great. We set it for white rice. two to one. we mix spices shallots garlic bayleaf cumin stuff like that in it. Then turn it off 10 minutes before it would have finished. Open and stir to separate the grains and so it doesn't get too sticky and overcooked. Proabably twenty minutes total. Could use the porridge setting maybe. This is if you like chewy/grainy not overly soft. WE toss with our favorte veggies/ green leafies mostly and garbanzos or other beans. Garnish with cliantro or parsley. One of our mainstays. Enjoy!!
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Yes, I think it would work. I use it to rinse quinoa and I never lose a grain.
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No, the holes are too big. Also, your best bet for rinsing quinola is cheesecloth.