Quinoa, known for their unique nutritional profile, i.e. complete set of amino acids– protein. The meticulous process of transforming this quinoa into flattened, flaky, and crispy pieces involves several steps and it’s without any preservatives and additives, where the sprouting elevates the nutritional level:
- Cleaning:
- The whole rice grains are meticulously cleaned to remove impurities such as dust, stones, and foreign particles, ensuring the rice is pure and safe for further processing.
- Dehulling:
- The outer layer, or husk, is carefully removed using a dehulling machine. This step makes the rice suitable for consumption and further processing.
- Soaking:
- The cleaned grains are soaked in water to reduce anti-nutrients, thereby enhancing the bioavailability of essential nutrients.
- Sprouting:
- The soaked grain is then allowed to germinate under controlled conditions. This unique and patented process by Goodness Farm significantly enhances the nutritional profile of the quinoa, making it a first-of-its-kind product.
- Drying and Roasting:
- The sprouted quinoa is solar-dried to remove excess moisture. Following this, it is gently roasted in an uruli (a traditional Indian cooking vessel), which imparts a delightful roasted flavor and improves the texture.
- Flaking:
- The roasted grains are passed through a roller mill, flattening them into thin, crisp flakes.
- Drying:
- The quinoa flakes are then oven-dried to further reduce their moisture content, thereby extending their shelf life and maintaining their crispiness.
- Packaging:
- Finally, the dried flakes are carefully packed into bags or containers, ensuring they remain fresh and retain their crisp texture until they reach consumers.
These crispier and more nutritious rice quinoa flakes are an instant product, requiring no soaking before use.
Culinary Applications
Quinoa flakes CRISPY without soaking much like the traditional poha/ aval can be used to prepare a variety of delicious and nutritious dishes, including:
- Poha/Pohe/ Aval/ Avalakki: A traditional Indian breakfast dish made with rice flakes, spices, and vegetables.
- Puttu: A steamed rice cake, popular in South India.
- Chiwda: A savory snack mix made with rice flakes, nuts, and spices.
- Muesli: A healthy breakfast option made by mixing rice flakes with dried fruits, nuts, and seeds.
- Granola: A crunchy breakfast or snack option, often sweetened with honey.
- Upma: A savory South Indian dish made with rice flakes, vegetables, and spices.
- Kozhukattai: A traditional South Indian sweet or savory dumpling.
- Pongal: A popular South Indian rice dish.
- Desserts: Various traditional and modern desserts can be crafted using these versatile rice flakes.
These versatile flakes offer a nutritious and convenient option for various culinary creations.
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