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amaranth porridge

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Recipe by
Stacy Goodall
@MrsGoodall

Amaranth is a native Mexican grain and a great alternative to oatmeal. I like the little "pop" it adds to my breakfast bowl

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yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 5 Hr
method Stove Top

Ingredients For amaranth porridge

  • 1/2 c
    amaranth
  • 1 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/4 c
    milk, almond milk or rice milk (more to taste
  • 2 tsp
    maple syrup or brown sugar or, if available, mexican piloncillo
  • 1 pinch
    salt

How To Make amaranth porridge

  • 1
    Rinse amaranth in fine mesh strainer or using cheese cloth lined straninger, using warm water
  • 2
    Combine the amaranth and water in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Stir every few minutes, as the amaranth may stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • 3
    Stir in the milk, syrup or brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir vigorously until the porridge is creamy. Remove from the heat and serve.
  • 4
    Amaranth will last a few days in the fridge, reheat with a little bit of milk
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