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QUINOA, BLACK - Gluten Free

Black Quinoa
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QUINOA, BLACK - Gluten Free

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Description:

Although Quinoa (Keen-wah) is new to the American market it was a widely used grain by the Incas and has been grown in the Andes for centuries. The Quechua name for Quinoa translates as "The Mother Grain" and in current times it is referred to as “the super grain of the future”. Quinoa contains more protein than any other grain and is considered a complete protein because it contains all eight essential amino acids. Even the United Nations World Health Organization observes that Quinoa is closer to the ideal protein balance than any other grain. Higher in unsaturated fats and lower in carbohydrates than other grains, it provides a balanced source of vital nutrients. Quinoa is high in Vitamins B & E, iron, zinc, potassium, and calcium.

Quinoa is the seed of the Goosefoot Plant and there are three main varieties that are cultivated, White Quinoa, Black Quinoa, and Black Quinoa. Black Quinoa really isn't black. It's a blend of black, white, tan, and brown. Black Quinoa seeds are small like Millet but are flat with an oval shape. When cooked the outer germ circlet falls from the seed, forming a little white spiral tail, which is attached to the kernel. This circlet remains crunchy while the grain is soft, delicate, and pearly translucent. Black Quinoa has a gentle, slightly nutty flavor and is versatile when cooked and can be molded or shaped. Black Quinoa is a good substitute for Couscous or Bulgur in many dishes.

Ingredient Statement:

Black Quinoa.