{"product_id":"amarantus-bio","title":"Organic Amaranth 500g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAmaranth - What is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth seeds, or more precisely, grains, were a staple in the diet of the Incas and Aztecs. They believed it possessed supernatural powers. Unfortunately, its cultivation was banned by the Spanish conquistadors. It was rediscovered in the 1960s thanks to the discovery of wild varieties. To this day, it continues to gain popularity worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Why is it worth using amaranth grains regularly in our kitchen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth is an exceptionally rich source of protein (up to 30% more than other grains), fiber, calcium, and minerals. It is gluten-free and easily digestible, making it particularly recommended for active people, vegetarians, and pregnant and breastfeeding women. It contains \u003cspan\u003eessential amino acids that our bodies cannot produce on their own, as well as\u003c\/span\u003e lysine and methionine, which are not found in many grains known to man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The smell of amaranth\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth grain has a rather distinctive smell. I associate it with the smell of an old basement, but some might even associate it with mold. This is the grain's natural scent, and once cooked, it's practically imperceptible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Watch the video on how to cook and expand amaranth \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vvXpn-Pryf4\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Amaranth grain – what is it from a botanical point of view?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth (Latin: \u003cem\u003eAmaranthus cruentus\u003c\/em\u003e ), also known as \u003cstrong\u003eamaranth\u003c\/strong\u003e , is not a cereal. Due to its similar culinary uses, it is sometimes classified as \u003cstrong\u003ea pseudo-cereal\u003c\/strong\u003e —which is precisely why it serves as an excellent alternative to traditional groats or rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Ecological origin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEkogram amaranth grain\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from controlled, organic farming and is covered by the \u003cstrong\u003ePL-EKO-03\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eorganic certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Appearance and taste of the grains\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth grains are typically \u003cstrong\u003ebeige or light brown\u003c\/strong\u003e , small, and about the size of poppy seeds. When prepared, they have \u003cstrong\u003ea slightly nutty flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , making them suitable for both sweet and savory dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e What else does amaranth grain contribute to the diet?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In addition to protein and fiber \u003cstrong\u003e, amaranth grain\u003c\/strong\u003e also provides \u003cstrong\u003evaluable fats\u003c\/strong\u003e , including \u003cstrong\u003emono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids\u003c\/strong\u003e , and many minerals and vitamins. It is valued in the diet as a source \u003cstrong\u003eof phosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eiron\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003ezinc\u003c\/strong\u003e , as well as selected vitamins such as \u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Ideas for use in the kitchen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth can be used to enhance everyday dishes: as an addition to oatmeal and granola, in sweet and savory baked goods, as well as in stuffings, pâtés, casseroles, and homemade cutlets. In various cuisines around the world, it is also served as an addition to rice-based dishes or as a sweet snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Store in \u003cstrong\u003ea cool and dry place\u003c\/strong\u003e , preferably in \u003cstrong\u003ea tightly closed container\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve the freshness and aroma of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Tip: Amaranth flour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Amaranth grains can also be made into \u003cstrong\u003eflour\u003c\/strong\u003e by grinding them very finely (e.g., in a coffee grinder). This flour can enhance other flours in terms of nutritional value, but due to its \u003cstrong\u003egluten-free nature,\u003c\/strong\u003e it's not always suitable as a sole ingredient in baked goods.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ekogram","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43278950826171,"sku":"5902114800024","price":16.99,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/7509\/9579\/products\/amarantus.png?v=1661514968","url":"https:\/\/ekogram.pl\/en\/products\/organic-amaranth","provider":"Ekogram","version":"1.0","type":"link"}