Add 1 cup quinoa to a pot and pour water. Rub the quinoa very well with your hands and drain them a colander.

Repeat rubbing the quinoa in the colander and rinse under running water to get rid of the saponins.

This prevents quinoa from turning bitter. Drain the water completely from the quinoa.

Add the quinoa & 1¼ cup water to the inner pot of the instant pot.

Secure the lid of the instant pot. Set the steam release handle to sealing.

Press the pressure cook button (high pressure) and set the timer to 1 minute.

The instant pot takes some time to build pressure and cook. It may take about 10 to 15 mins for the quinoa to be ready.

When the pressure releases naturally, open the lid and fluff up the quinoa with a fork.

Add quinoa and water to a bowl. Pour 2 cups water to the inner pot of your instant pot.

Place the bowl over the trivet and cover the bowl. Follow the same instructions for instant pot settings.

Serve instant pot quinoa with curries, dal or use it to make salads.