Food to Live - Organic Kaniwa Seeds, 3 Pounds - Non-GMO Canihua Grain, Kosher, Raw, Vegan, Sproutable, Bulk, Rich in Protein, Dietary Fiber, Iron, Calcium, and Zinc. Easily Milled to Flour

— Kosher, Non-GMO, Organic, Raw, Sproutable, Vegan — Free of Cholesterol, and Sodium — Good source of Iron and Potassium Discover Organic Kaniwa Super Grain to Boost Your Diet Organic Kaniwa is a whole grain that is slowly taking over the hearts and tables of the Westerners. It’s often mistaken for quinoa, and some stores even advertise it as “baby quinoa”. However, these two super grains are quite different. Whole kaniwa grain is, technically, a seed, just like quinoa, buckwheat, and millet. But it offers all the nutritional benefits of whole grains; therefore, classed as one. Kaniwa seeds are smaller than quinoa and are reddish and brown. It has a somewhat different texture when cooked. Whereas quinoa becomes fluffy, organic Kaniwa remains firm and crunchy. It also has a slightly sweeter nutty flavor. Interestingly, the cooking process itself is the same for these grains. In fact, it’s the same for the vast majority of whole grains. Organic Kaniwa super grain earned its status due to its nutritional value. It’s a great source of plant protein and fiber. Also, this grain is among the richest in iron. Half a cup of cooked kaniwa seed will have about 160 calories and only 1 gram of fat. How to Cook and Store Organic Kaniwa Super Grain It’s best to cook whole kaniwa grain the same way as any other grain. Bring it to a boil and simmer until all liquid is absorbed. It would be best if you used a 1:2 kaniwa seed to the liquid ratio when cooking. This whole grain doesn’t need to be soaked or washed before cooking. So, you can place it into a pot and get on with the cooking. It will need to simmer for about 15-20 minutes. To make kaniwa seed porridge, cook it with milk for about 25 minutes. Don’t forget; you can add some sweetener, fruits, and nuts. Moreover, You can use organic Kaniwa as a substitute for quinoa in any recipe. It will work great in salads, soups, pilafs, and be served with curry sauce as a whole grain. Store whole kaniwa grain in a cool, dark place. Please keep it in an airtight container. Cooking Instructions Combine 1 part Kaniwa & twice as much water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, simmer the Kaniwa stovetop for 15-20 min, stirring occasionally. Add Salt. Cook until all of the water is absorbed. Cooking ideas & tips: keep some on hand to add protein and fiber to a green salad; top it off with your favorite vegetable curry or saucy stir-fry._Nutrition Facts 1 servings per container Serving size1 oz (28 g) Amount Per Serving Calories107 % Daily Value* Total Fat 2g 3% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 0mg 0% Total carbohydrate 18g 6% Dietary fiber 3g 11% Total sugars 0g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 4g 9% Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Сalcium 30mg 2% Iron 2mg 11% Potassium 181mg 4% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. Ingredients: ORGANIC KANIWA SEEDS Storage Time: Up to 1.5 years Country of Origin: Peru Packaged in: the USA Store in: Cool, Dry Place Allergy Info: Packaged in a Facility That Also Processes Tree Nuts, Wheat, and Sesame Kosher Non-GMO Organic Raw Sproutable Vegan

• ANCIENT GRAIN ON PAR WITH QUINOA: Organic Kaniwa is not quinoa, but it’s very similar to this popular whole grain in nutritional value.
• GLUTEN-FREE WHOLE GRAIN: Whole Kaniwa Grain is entirely gluten-free.
• LOW IN FAT AND CALORIES: A serving of cooked Kaniwa Seed only has about 160 calories and one gram of fat.
• DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS: Organic Kaniwa has a crunchy firm texture and slightly-sweet nutty flavor. It’s rich in protein, fiber, and iron.
• VERSATILE SUPER GRAIN: Use Whole Kaniwa Grain in pilafs, soups, curries, and salads or cook it as sweet porridge.