Do you rinse your Quinoa?

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The quinoa we have on hand was from a bulk bin, but I don't recall from where. I have no idea if it was prewashed or not. Usually I rinse the quinoa, but I really find it's a real pain because I'm getting those tiny seeds imbedded in the strainer, or the strainer rim, or into the sink...argghhh. The last time I made some I just threw it in the pot and cooked it as usual. I didn't notice any difference in the cooking , the texture or the flavor. Worked well for me.

 

[Linda0818]

The quinoa we have on hand was from a bulk bin, but I don't recall from where. I have no idea if it was prewashed or not. Usually I rinse the quinoa, but I really find it's a real pain because I'm getting those tiny seeds imbedded in the strainer, or the strainer rim, or into the sink...argghhh. The last time I made some I just threw it in the pot and cooked it as usual. I didn't notice any difference in the cooking , the texture or the flavor. Worked well for me.

That's the part I hate, those little seeds everywhere. Even if I use a fine mesh strainer, I still end up with quinoa seed in various places.

Thanks for the reply