This is the single most important thing. Do not skip it. I’m begging you.
Measure out your quinoa—one cup for most meals—and toss it into a dry pan. Heat that pan over medium-high. Swirl the seeds around like you’re making popcorn without the lid.
Within a minute or two, you’ll hear a faint popping sound. You’ll smell something nutty and warm. That’s the flavor unlocking itself. It’s like the quinoa is waking up from a nap and deciding to be interesting. Do not walk away from the pan. You want it golden, not burnt and bitter.
