Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup white quinoa
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Olive oil for cooking (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse Quinoa: Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water to remove any residue and reduce bitterness.
- Soak Quinoa: Transfer the rinsed quinoa to a large bowl and cover with approximately 2 cups of water. Let it soak for at least 2 hours to soften the grains and make blending easier.
- Drain and Rinse Again: After soaking, drain the quinoa and rinse it a second time under cold water to remove any excess starch.
- Blend Batter: Add the drained quinoa and 1 cup of water to a high-speed blender. Blend on high for 1 to 2 minutes until the batter is completely smooth, resembling the consistency of crepe batter.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a small nonstick pan over medium heat. Optionally, wipe the surface with a little olive oil using a paper towel to prevent sticking.
- Cook Tortillas: Pour some batter into the hot pan and tilt it to spread the batter as thinly as possible. If batter is thick, use a spoon or ladle to spread it evenly. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on low to medium heat until the center sets and edges lift.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the tortilla using a rubber spatula and cook for an additional minute until cooked through.
- Cool and Repeat: Transfer the cooked tortilla to a cooling rack to prevent sogginess. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter until all tortillas are made.
Notes
- Soaking the quinoa thoroughly is important to achieve a smooth batter and pliable tortillas.
- Use a high-speed blender for the creamiest batter texture.
- Cooking on low to medium heat prevents burning and ensures the tortillas cook evenly.
- Optional olive oil helps avoid sticking but can be skipped for a lower-fat option.
- The batter consistency should resemble crepe batter; add a little more water if too thick.
- Store cooked wraps refrigerated in an airtight container, consuming within 2-3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Wraps & Flatbreads
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free