Alter Eco Quinoa, 1 lbsQuinoa (pronounced "keen-wah")is an ancient cereal grain that grows in the Andes Mountains of South America, and has been cultivated in the region for more than 5000 years. Locally referred to as the mother grain and as a protein powerhouse, it kept the Incan armies strong and robust. Quinoa is nutritionally charged and is considered one of the best sources of protein and amino acids by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations. A great vegetarian alternative, red quinoa, as well as being particularly nutritious, is a light grain with a delicate taste. When the Spanish colonials arrived, the local farmers were sent into the gold mines of Peru and Bolivia, and non-native crops were introduced for Spanish consumption, thus altering centuries of agricultural patterns. During this period, the consumption of quinoa was associated with native populations, leading to an undesirable perception of this Inca grain as belonging to the lower class. By the beginning of this century, the production of quinoa in Bolivia was largely surpassed by foreign crops.
The National Association of Quinoa Farmers was created in 1983 in order to maximize the revenue of local communities who were selling at loss.
The Anapqui cooperative currently benefits 1200 small farmers from the south of the Bolivian Altiplano who, thanks to a fair buying price and
on-site transformation facilities, which generate added revenue, have better living conditions. Alter Eco takes fair trade a step further by supplementing the fair trade minimum revenue paid to farmers with an additional premium paid to their cooperative. The farmers of the Anapqui cooperative put this money towards a transformation factory, partially funded by the United Nations Development Program. This has enabled small producers to export directly without having to rely on middlemen. The profit from sales has so far gone towards financing educational and training programs such as organic farming methods and certification.
Certified Organic by Quality Assurance International (QAI). Country of Origin: Bolivia. Fair Trade.
Directions
Basic Cooking: One cup of quinoa for 2 people. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and drain. Add one cup of quinoa to 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer until all
the water has evaporated (approximately 15 minutes). For best results, add a pinch of salt before serving. # Tender, crunchy, versatile grains; can be included as an ingredient in
many recipes, from appetizers to main dishes to desserts
# Certified organic and Fair Trade certified; considered one of the best sources of proteins and amino acids
# Cooks like rice; excellent in hot casseroles and soups or cold in salads; ready to eat in 20 minutes
# Grown in the Andes Mountains of Bolivia
Ingredients:
100% Organic White Quinoa.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 0.25 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160
Calories from Fat 20
Amount Per Serving and/or % Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.5g (4%)
Sodium 10mg (0%)
Total Carbohydrate 29g (10%)
Dietary Fiber 3g (10%)
Protein 6g (11%)
Amount Per Serving and/or % Daily Value*
Calcium 2%
Iron 20%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values
may be higher or lower based on your calorie need
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