Top 10 Secrets to Cooking the Best Grains-Integrative Nutrition 1. Use organic, unrefined whole grains. 2. Store your grains in an airtight container. 3. Wash grains in cold water. This eliminates phytic acid and helps with digestion. 4. Soak them from 1-12 hours. This will eliminate the phytic acid and help with digestion. 5. dry-toast grains in a skillet over medium heat until they smell nutty. This enhances their natural flavor, allows them to cook more evenly and decreases bitterness. 6. Use a pinch of sea salt or add pieces of sea vegetables. This adds nutritional value. 7. Add a splash of olive oil to help prevent grains from sticking together. 8. Do not stir, as this makes them mushy and lets cooking water evaporate too quickly. 9. When grains hit boiling point, reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for the suggested time. 10. Mix grains in the pot, allowing them to gently steam. Cover for 10 minutes.
Posted on: Fri, 01 Nov 2013 18:47:11 +0000
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