How to Sprout Amaranth

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Amaranth is a grain with a tiny seed that produces a slightly bitter, highly nutritious food when you sprout it. Amaranth is easy to sprout, and the grain is rich in vitamins, minerals and protein.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Amaranth seeds
Cheesecloth
Colander
Glass jar
Light cloth

Step 1

Place a piece of cheesecloth inside your colander to prevent the tiny seeds from being washed away. Place the amaranth on top. Rinse the seeds thoroughly, and then transfer them into a wide-mouthed glass jar. Cover the seeds with water and soak for just 2 hours.
Step 2

Drain and rinse the seeds again and place them in the jar. Cover with a light cloth. Place the jar in a cool location out of direct sunlight to begin sprouting. Rinse and drain the seeds every 4 to 6 hours.
Step 3

Rinse one last time after two days or when the sprouts have grown at least 1/4-inch roots. Drain the sprouts and store them in the refrigerator for no more than 1 week.

Tips & Warnings

Sprout only as much amaranth as you can eat in about 1 week. Final measurements will vary slightly, but 1 cup of amaranth should grow about 1/5 cups of sprouts. While amaranth sprouts grow quickly, they do not last long under refrigeration.
Choose organic amaranth whenever possible, as rinsing and sprouting does not remove chemicals present in the seeds.

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