Amaranth seeds: what they contain, how to use and cook?

The first mention of the cultivation and use of amaranth (beaters) appeared more than 7 thousand years ago.It was used as a remedy, and food and drinks were prepared from its grains by the Aztecs in South America. In Russia, this product has been very popular for a long time, but over time, interest in it has faded somewhat. Currently, more and more people are seeking to obtain from the gifts of nature substances that support immunity, strengthen health. Amaranth refers specifically to such a plant.

This plant can be called unique, since all parts of the plant have useful and healing properties. Amaranth seeds are used in cooking, of which you can cook porridge, add them to sauces.

The leaves of the plant are used in agriculture as a fodder crop. They are used as additives to dishes, put dried leaves in tea. Leaves of culture can be prepared in advance. They are dried, pickled or frozen in the freezer.

Not less valuable is oil from schiritsy. It is used as a tonic, the product helps to restore the immune system, has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. Use it as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for many diseases. This is an ideal tool in the care of the skin. Amaranth oil is used in cooking.

By its nutritional properties and therapeutic effects, amaranth oil is very similar to olive oil.

Amaranth seeds are also used for germination. The sprouts will bring great benefits in their use, besides they will enrich the dish with valuable components and give it a delicate flavor. To germinate the seeds, they are soaked for 12 hours, then the water is drained and left in a moist environment for 1-2 days, until the seeds begin to germinate. The optimum temperature for germination consider 36 degrees of heat. After the appearance of sprouts, they are subjected to heat treatment starting from 60, 75 and ending with a temperature of 95 degrees Celsius. The time spent in the oven -1 hour. After that, the kernels are crushed.

The chemical composition of the plant is unique. It contains the necessary components for the body. In its composition there are vitamins A and B, also C and K, vitamin PP, in addition, there are flavonoids, tocopherol.

Amaranth seeds contain an important element of squalene, thanks to which you can delay aging for a long time. Squalene is necessary for the synthesis of vitamin D. In order for it to be absorbed better, it is recommended to be introduced into the diet with ripe fruit.

The amaranth contains a large amount of minerals, such as magnesium, sodium, calcium. In addition to these, iron, selenium, manganese, zinc and phosphorus are present in sufficient quantities.

The calorie content of the product is low, 100 gamma of seeds contains about 370 kcal. Amaranth contains 13.6 grams of proteins, which is 15%, 7 grams (7%) of fats, and 68.6 grams of carbohydrates, which corresponds to 74%.

In addition, the composition contains:

• water -11.3 grams;
• fiber 6.7 g;
• ash - 2.9 g

The composition of amaranth is pectin, starch, proteins, as well as an important component of lysine. It contains more than 30 times more flour in amaranth seed flour than in wheat flour. Thanks to him, the component is the best absorption of protein. This product perfectly combines vitamins, minerals and other important ingredients.

Amaranth seeds should be included in the daily diet, as they have unique properties.

• There is fiber in the seeds, thanks to which the body is cleared of fat deposits and which helps to collect and remove toxins from it.
• The presence of a large amount of protein allows for a long time not to feel the feeling of hunger and not overeat.
• Seeds should be used for eye diseases. Their regular use is an excellent protection and prevention of cataracts, dystrophic changes of the retina.
• There is no gluten in the seeds of schiritsa, so the product should be used by patients with intolerance to this component.
• It should be included in the menu for patients with diabetes.
• The presence of peptides in a plant helps to fight inflammation in the body.
• Seeds have an immunostimulating effect, they should be included in the diet for the prevention and treatment of cancer.

It should be used for diseases of the genitourinary system, hemorrhoids. It will also help with nervous diseases, fatigue, nervous exhaustion, stress. This plant has long been used to treat and prevent many diseases in many countries.

Although amaranth seeds have a peculiar odor that may not please everyone, it should be included in the diet of those who want to be strong, healthy and young. Eat seeds, amaranth flour, as well as the most valuable oil from this product.

Flour from amaranth grains before use should be kept in the oven at a temperature of 100 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

From the seeds of amaranth, you can cook a useful porridge. They can grind in a coffee grinder and use the meal, adding in small quantities in pastries, as well as for breading fish and meat dishes. Schiritsa is used even for popcorn.

But the oil from these seeds is not recommended to be subjected to heat treatment. It should be added to salads, used during cosmetic procedures.

It is better to eat seeds on the same day, the daily amount is 100 grams. And the daily rate of oil from it is about three tablespoons. The leaves of the plant are added to tea.

Considering how valuable this product is, many recommend germinating seeds. If you use them for germination, you can get sprouts after 1-2 days, with unique benefits for the body. In germinated form, the content of vitamins in them is increased five times.

Amaranth seeds can be germinated for food at home.

To get valuable sprouts, you should:

• pour the grains into the jar and pour them with water so that the water only slightly covers them;
• in this form, the container is left in a warm place until the sprouts start to pee;
• after that, the jar is placed in the refrigerator until the germination of the germs is complete.

Raw foodists recommend eating sprouts for two months, then taking a break and repeating the course if desired. It is better to include them in the diet in the morning. This will provide an opportunity to recharge your batteries throughout the day. Their evening reception can provoke insomnia.

Sprouted product is stored in containers with a lid, which is closed tightly. Do not keep seedlings in the refrigerator for more than four days. If soured or non-germinated grains appear in the tank, they should be removed.

Amaranth seeds are used to prepare many dishes, they are added to smoothies and drinks. You can make sweet porridge from schiritsa. For it you need to take the following products:

• amaranth seeds - one spoon;
• water - two glasses;
• sugar or honey;
• butter or vegetable.

To cook porridge, grain should be washed, pour boiling water, then drain. In the pot you need to pour 2 cups of water and pour a glass of seeds. After the water boils, you should cook the dish for another half an hour. 5 minutes before the end of cooking, sugar or honey is added to it. The finished dish is seasoned with a piece of butter.

Required components:

• fish (fillet) - 60-70 grams;
• amaranth meal - 2 tablespoons;
• one carrot;
• bulb;
• a piece of stale bread;
• 30-50 ml of milk;
• salt and spices.

To cook juicy burgers, fish fillets and vegetables are passed through a meat grinder. In the mixture add flour, spices, milk.Inside each cake, put a piece of butter and make a patty. After rolling them in breading, the patties are fried in a pan. Then cutlets put on a baking sheet and sent to the oven for a few minutes.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 potatoes;
• one carrot;
• green peas - 30 grams;
• amaranth whole grains - 40-50 grams;
• one egg;
• bread crumbs;
• vegetable oil;
• spices, greens.

Vegetables are peeled and boiled until cooked, then green peas are added to them. All placed in a blender and grind. In a puree of vegetables, sprinkle grains of schiritsa, mix a lot.

From the finished mass form the patties, roll them in breadcrumbs and fry over medium heat. Serve the finished dish better with sour cream.

Schiritsa has unique properties, therefore, this plant is increasingly used by supporters of healthy lifestyles. But using a new product, it is important to adhere to the dosage and enter it into the diet gradually, in small portions. If you enter the product in the diet in large quantities, it can trigger an upset stomach or nausea.

Starting to introduce a new product into the diet, you should make sure that it really helps and has the described properties. This can be found by examining consumer reviews.

According to the buyers, they didn’t succeed in buying amaranth seeds right away; you cannot buy them in any store. It is better to visit large supermarkets or shops of natural and eco-products. You can also order amaranth seeds through the online store.

Amaranth seeds are a great addition to the diet. With large quantities of the use of the product may irritate the intestines, so it does not give young children up to three years.

Those who regularly use dishes with amaranth were satisfied with the result. After their application, there is a feeling of lightness, no discomfort in the stomach and intestines. The taste of these seeds is pleasant, many people like the taste of dry popcorn.

These gifts of nature are recommended to add to cereals, for example, to cook them with millet in the ratio of 1 to 2. Many argue that this porridge turns out very tasty and at the same time useful. But it is rather difficult to wash amaranth, since its kernels are rather small. For this it is better to use a small sieve.

Judging by the reviews when cooking porridge, it is better to mix the amaranth grain with other cereals. The seeds of schiritsa are very small, and when cooking they settle to the bottom of the pan, so you have to constantly stir the dish. If you mix them with other cereals, the dish will become easier to cook.

Adherents of a healthy diet recommend using them as follows.

• Pour 1 tsp. seed, juice, water or tea. Eat this mixture 2 times during the day.
• Pour 1 tbsp. spoon 0.5 liters of water, boil the mixture for 10 minutes over low heat. Drink a decoction 2 times a day for a glass.

Another cooking option. For him, the grain is poured with water in the evening, and in the morning they prepare healthy porridge. Even a small portion of the dish can saturate for a long time. In addition, the use of porridge promotes a gentle and regular cleansing of the intestines.

Entering seeds of schiritsa in the diet, it is important to know that they are not recommended for people with kidney disease, as well as those who have problems with the gall bladder. Use of this product may cause bloating and flatulence. This may occur due to individual intolerance of the product, as well as dysbacteriosis.

How to grow your own amaranth, you will learn from the following video.