A substitute for quinoa

Quinoa is similar in texture to couscous or barley, what is the recipe you are trying to make?

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susan g added over 1 year ago

Are you looking for a gluten free flour?

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I think couscous will work fine. It is a cranberry cookie recipe. Thanks

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added over 1 year ago

Bear in mind that quinoa is significantly higher in protein than couscous. You might need to add an extra egg and possibly more flour, if called for. Couscous alone will likely result in a much softer cookie.

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