Amaranth RecipesAmaranth recipes are really healthy. Amaranth is high in protein, fiber, calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, Vitamin A, C and E. It contains 2 times more calcium than milk! And, it's gluten free and easy to digest. When you combine it with other grains, beans or seeds, it makes a complete protein. Technically it's not a grain, so its allergen free for most everyone. Years ago I heard about amaranth when the Rodale Institute was promoting it as a food that could fight world hunger, since it is high in protein. Now it is gaining attention as a gluten free grain. Amaranth is a traditional food from the Aztec culture, Mexico and Peru. Amaranth is an acquired taste. It tastes wild, a little bitter, and the texture is different. It's more like polenta than rice, not fluffy but creamy. It make good puddings and polenta style dishes. I like it with other grains and with onions added in. So it takes the magic of a cook to create some yummy amaranth recipes! Here are some amaranth recipes to play with. Basic amaranth: 1 cup amaranth Bring water and amaranth to a boil, lower heat, and cook 20 minutes. Variations: make it sweet: cook it with 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1/4 cup raisins and serve with honey or stevia Make it savory: add olive oil, thyme, sauteed chopped onions and mushrooms, or tomato sauce and garlic Amaranth and Millet Polenta 1/2 cup amaranth Bring grains and water to a boil. Lower heat and ad lid and cook 20 minutes. Stir and serve, top with seeds Quinoa and Amaranth Pilaf 1/2 cup quinoa Bring all to a boil, lower heat and cover. simmer for 20 minutes. Where to find amaranth You can find this grain at a natural grocery store. It's becoming more available. Look for it in the gluten free section. On line, these sources look good: Food for Thought "If it came from a plant, eat it; if it was made in a plant, don't" ---- Micheal Pollen
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