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Amaranthus and Quinoa leaves stir fry
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Amaranthus and Quinoa leaves stir fry
Ingredients:
Fresh Quinoa leaves – 1 big bunch, finely chopped
Amaranthus leaves – 1 big bunch, finely chopped
Coriander leaves – few strands, finely chopped
Red onion – 1 small size, diced
Red tomato – 1 medium size, diced
Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
Coriander powder – ½ tsp
Red chilli powder – 1/4 tbsp
Peanut powder – ½ tbsp
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Curry leaves – 2 sprigs
Salt as per taste
Oil for sautéing
Instructions:
Take a stir-frying pan and add some oil. Heat the pan under medium flame. When the oil is hot add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and let them sizzle. Add diced onions and saute until they turn translucent. Add diced tomatoes and saute until they turn soft. Now, add chopped coriander leaves and saute for 30 seconds. Add chopped quinoa leaves, amaranthus leaves and saute until they are half done. Now, add turmeric powder, coriander powder and mix well. Add red chilli powder, salt and mix well. Cover the lid and cook the greens on low flame for another 1 minute. Open the lid, add peanut powder and mix well. Cover the lid and cook for 30 to 40 seconds. Switch OFF the flame. Simple and tasty Quinoa leaves & Amaranthus stir fry is ready within minutes. You may serve these healthy greens along with rice, roti, puri or chapati. It can be served in all 3 meals and be packed in lunch boxes too.
Quinoa and Amaranthus are gluten-free, high in protein, fibre rich and one of the few plant foods that contain enough amounts of all nine essential amino acids and micronutrients. These two green leaves are very nutritious and are recently called as super foods.
Green leafy vegetables have been associated with several health benefits, including reduced inflammation, lower cholesterol levels and increased weight loss. They are light on the stomach and are easily digestible. They provide good source of iron too. It’s a must to include them as part of our daily meal. Even doctors suggest eating more green leafy vegetables for one’s well-being.
These greens are very easy to grow even in the terrace garden. Why not make it a habit to consume these greens every day when they are so easy to cook and grow? There is no doubt that Health is the real Wealth. Investing in it as early as possible will help you reap more benefits as you age. Do try this quick and tasty recipe and let me know your comments.
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