Instant Pot Amaranth (Fast, Creamy, No Soaking!)

With an Instant Pot and less than 30 minutes, you can make perfectly cooked amaranth every time!Amaranth is a pseudograin, which means it’s technically a seed but can be cooked and used similar to other grains. It has a nutty, mildly sweet flavor and slight crunch when cooked. Amaranth was considered a “super grain” by the Aztecs. They saw it as a nutritious option for infants and found it provided enough strength for soldiers! This makes sense considering it’s rich in iron, magnesium, phosphorous, selenium, calcium, vitamin B6, and protein. It also contains all the essential amino acids.Cooking amaranth in the Instant Pot is our preferred method. It’s fast, easy, and results in creamy, perfectly cooked amaranth that doesn’t stick to the pan!

Here’s what you need to know:

Ratio = 1 part amaranth : 2 parts water

Cook Time = 5 minutes

Release = 10 minute natural release, then release any remaining pressure

It makes a delicious breakfast porridge, especially with fresh or frozen fruit, nuts and/or seeds, dairy-free milk, nut butter, cacao nibs, cinnamon, or your favorite toppings!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup amaranth
• 2 cups water (or dairy-free milk for a creamier result)

• Fresh or frozen fruit
• Nuts/seeds
• Dairy-free milk
• Nut butter
• Cinnamon
• Cacao nibs