Finally a quinoa pilaf that isn’t bland or mushy! This easy Instant Pot quinoa pilaf is a side the entire family will love!
Confession time! My kids refuse to eat quinoa unless it’s in a salad, chili, or served as “fried rice.” It’s kind of an acquired taste, I totally get that. I’ve had quinoa served as a side several times and have been really disappointed. Sometimes it’s due to the bitterness, or the blandness, or the mushy texture. I’m sure I’m not alone. After having success with two variations of rice pilaf I wanted to try to master quinoa pilaf. With two tough critics helping me along the way, I finally developed a recipe that got two BIG thumbs up!
The secret to this flavorful, light & fluffy pilaf? An Instant Pot! You’ll start by sautéing celery, onion and garlic while the quinoa toasts. Toasting the seeds helps remove that bitter taste and ensures that they come out fluffy instead of mushy. This is the same method I use in most of my rice dishes. After about 5 minutes, pour in the chicken broth and add the seasonings. Close the Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 1 minute. Yes, you read that right… it only takes 1 minute.
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