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High-Protein Creamy Amaranth Porridge
[Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Refined Sugar]

SO By: Sara Oliveira

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High-Protein Creamy Amaranth Porridge [Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Refined Sugar]

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Amaranth is something you must simply try. Besides its nutty flavor, amaranth is one of the best sources of plant-based protein. It's an excellent gluten-free option, and has a lot of nutritional value. Try making it for breakfast, porridge is an excellent choice! This is a great breakfast to make... Read More

Ingredients You Need for High-Protein Creamy Amaranth Porridge [Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Refined Sugar]

1 cup of amaranth
1 cup of water
1 cup of vegetable milk of your choice
1 cinnamon stick
2 tablespoons of agave nectar or rice syrup (optional)
1 pinch of salt
To garnish, use nuts, dried fruit, coconut, cinnamon powder, and whatever else you may like (optional)

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How to Prepare High-Protein Creamy Amaranth Porridge [Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Refined Sugar]

Soak amaranth for at least 4 hours with twice the water.
Pass it through a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under running water.
Bring to the fire a pot with water, vegetable drink, cinnamon stick and amaranth.
When it starts to boil, reduce the heat to the minimum and cover with the lid. Let it cook for about 25 minutes until the amaranth is cooked.
Season with a little salt and if you want add 2 tablespoons of rice syrup or whatever you prefer.
Put in the bowl and if necessary you can add a little more milk. Garnish with seeds, nuts, coconut, cinnamon.

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