Light Amaranth Stir-Fry with Vegetables (Vegetarian)

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Written By Lakshmi Harilela

Serving Size: 1.5 cups (½ of recipe). Serves: 2
Estimated Nutritional Value Per Serving:

  • Calories: ~290 kcal

  • Fat: 9g (Saturated: 1g)

  • Carbohydrates: 45g (Fiber: 7g, Sugars: 4g)

  • Protein: 10g

  • Notable: Amaranth is a complete protein. The stir-fry method retains vegetable crunchiness (kapha-pacifying lightness) while spices like cumin and turmeric stimulate Agni (digestive fire).

  • A dry, spiced, and light meal perfect for stimulating Kapha's sluggish digestion.

  • Ingredients: 1 cup cooked amaranth (cooled), 1 tbsp sunflower oil, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 green chili (minced, optional), 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots - all finely chopped), 1/2 tsp turmeric, 1/2 tsp garam masala, Salt to taste, Fresh cilantro for garnish.

  • Method: Heat oil in a wok or skillet. Add cumin seeds and chili. Add vegetables and stir-fry on high heat until tender-crisp. Add turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Stir. Add the cooked amaranth and break up any clumps. Stir-fry for 3-4 mins until heated through. Garnish with cilantro.

Lakshmi Harilela
I was cooking since I was 12 years old, alongside my late Father, Mohan Harilela. My family ran restaurants, so I was always sneaking into the kitchens and eating everything I could get my hands on. Since a very young age, I have always had a passion for food, as I was constantly surrounded by it. So I decided to go to Hotel Management School Les Roches in Switzerland for some formal education.
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