Easy Gluten-Free Quinoa Chia Seed Tortillas: Perfect for Wraps 🌱🌮💛
ingredients:
½ cup (85g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
¼ cup (40g) chia seeds
1 cup (240ml) water, plus more if needed
½ tsp salt
Optional flavorings: ¼ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp cumin, or pinch of chili powder
directions:
1. Combine the rinsed quinoa, chia seeds, 1 cup water, and salt (plus any optional flavorings) in a bowl or jar. Stir well.
2. Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or preferably refrigerate overnight, until the quinoa has softened slightly and the chia seeds have gelled, absorbing most of the water to form a thick, porridge-like consistency.
3. Preheat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a small amount of oil if it's not perfectly non-stick.
4. Stir the quinoa-chia mixture well. If it seems extremely thick (like paste), add a tablespoon or two of water until it's spreadable but still thick.
5. Pour about ¼ to ⅓ cup of the batter (depending on desired tortilla size) onto the center of the hot skillet. Using the back of a spoon or an offset spatula, quickly spread the batter into a thin, even circle, similar to making a crepe.
6. Cook for 3-5 minutes on the first side, until the edges start to lift and the surface looks dry and set.
7. Carefully flip the tortilla using a thin spatula. Cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side until lightly golden and cooked through.
8. Slide the cooked tortilla onto a plate. Cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep it warm and pliable while you cook the remaining batter. Repeat the process with the rest of the batter, adding a tiny bit more oil to the pan between tortillas if needed.
9. Use the wraps immediately or let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before using if desired.
Recipe Information:
Preparation Time: 5 minutes (+ 1 hour soaking) | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes | Calories per Serving: approx. 80-100 per tortilla | Number of Servings: 4-6 tortillas
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