What Is Amaranth
What Is Amaranth and What Does It Taste Like? First off, amaranth isn’t technically a grain. Like quinoa, amaranth is a pseudo-cereal. Because it isn’t a grain, it doesn’t have gluten. This makes amaranth an option for people seeking a grain-like ingredient that can substitute for items like barley or wheat berries. But amaranth is different than quinoa. When cooked, granules are small and stick together, capable of forming a porridge-like consistency....