Amaranth Porridge
Amaranth is a versatile and nutritious grain that can be used in a variety of recipes. Here’s a simple recipe for Amaranth porridge:
Ingredients:
1 cup amaranth
3 cups water or milk
Pinch of salt
Honey, maple syrup or other sweetener (optional)
Fresh fruit, nuts or other toppings (optional)
Instructions:
- Rinse the amaranth in a fine-mesh strainer and remove any debris or stones.
- In a medium-sized pot, bring the water or milk to a boil.
- Add the amaranth and a pinch of salt, stir and reduce heat to low.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the water has been absorbed and the amaranth is cooked.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the amaranth with a fork and add your desired sweetener and toppings, if using.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy amaranth porridge! Amaranth can also be used in salads, soups, stews, and baked goods, so feel free to experiment with different recipes.
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