Hatton Hill Organic Organic Amaranth Grain Seeds

Amaranth seed is a high-protein, gluten-free alternative to rice, grains and pasta. It has been cultivated for upwards of 8,000 years, and was a staple of the Inca, Maya and Aztec civilisations. As a "pseudocereal", it’s technically not a cereal grain in the sense that wheat or ...Amaranth seed is a high-protein, gluten-free alternative to rice, grains and pasta.

It has been cultivated for upwards of 8,000 years, and was a staple of the Inca, Maya and Aztec civilisations. As a "pseudocereal", it’s technically not a cereal grain in the sense that wheat or oats are, but it's used in very similar ways. It's great in porridge and polenta-style recipes, it adds texture and nutritional value to baked goods, you can use it in a similar way to barley, rice and other grains in soups, and it can even be popped like popcorn.

Amaranth has an impressive nutritional profile. A complete protein, it contains all nine essential amino acids, and it's around 14% protein – almost double the protein value of rice and corn. Amaranth is actually known as an ornamental plant.

There are about 50 varieties known in botanical science. It is famous for its different colours. Although it is known as an ornamental plant, its leaves can be eaten like vegetables, and the plant itself (especially red and pink) is used to give colour.

It is possible to make delicious salads and pilafs using these amaranth seeds. You can cook them with the boiling method and enjoy them with pleasure. Its protein value is quite high.

There are 3.8 grams of protein in 100 grams of this food, which is famous for being a great alternative, especially for people who are fed without animal protein. It is a complete treasure in terms of vegetable protein. In addition, it contains calcium, potassium and high amounts of fibre.

Our Amaranth Grain (Seeds) is %100 organic and vegan & vegetarian. Organic Amaranth Grain (Seeds) by Hatton Hill Organic. Organically grown, harvested and dried in India.

Packed in the UK. Amaranth seed is a high-protein, alternative to rice, grains and pasta. It has been cultivated for upwards of 8,000 years, and was a staple of the Inca, Maya and Aztec civilisations.

As a "pseudocereal", it’s technically not a cereal grain in the sense that wheat or oats are, but it's used in very similar ways.