Cabbage Stir Fry With Popped Amaranth Recipe

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   4 SERVINGS VEGAN

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   When popped, amaranth has a mild toasted sesame flavor that is perfect in a stir-fry vegetable dish such as this.

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   Pop only the amount of grain you need because leftovers won't keep.

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   To pop amaranth: Place heavy small skillet over high heat till very warm.

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   Add in 1 Tbsp.

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   of amaranth and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for 10 to 15 seconds or possibly till most of the seeds have popped and turned white.

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   Transfer to a bowl and continue cooking remaining seeds 1 Tbsp.

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   at a time.

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   Set aside.

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    In wok or possibly large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.

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    Add in cabbage, leeks and bell pepper and cook, stirring constantly, just till wilted, about 3 min.

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    Remove from heat and sprinkle with lemon juice.

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    Transfer to hot serving dish and sprinkle with popped amaranth.

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    Serve right away.

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    VARIATION: For a more pronounced Asian flavor, stir 2 Tbsp.

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    light soy sauce into vegetables with lemon juice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.