Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 2
Rich in fiber, protein, and essential minerals, this Teff & Amaranth Porridge is a warm, nutty, and deeply nourishing breakfast made with two powerhouse ancient grains! 🥣✨ Slightly earthy with a creamy texture, this porridge is naturally gluten-free and perfect for a wholesome start to the day.
Ingredients
🔥For the Porridge:
☑ ¼ cup teff grains 🌾
☑ ¼ cup amaranth grains 🌱
☑ 1 ½ cups plant-based milk (almond, coconut, or oat) 🥛
☑ ½ cup water 💧
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 maple syrup or honey 🍯
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 cinnamon ✨
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 vanilla extract 🌼
☑ ¼ teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
🔥For Toppings:
☑ Sliced bananas or fresh berries 🍓🍌
☑ Toasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans) 🌰
☑ A drizzle of nut butter 🥜
☑ A sprinkle of chia or hemp seeds ✨
👩🍳 Cooking Steps
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Grains
1️⃣ In a saucepan, combine teff, amaranth, plant-based milk, and water over medium heat.
2️⃣ Stir occasionally and bring to a gentle simmer.
🔥 Step 2: Add Flavor
1️⃣ Once the grains start thickening (10-15 minutes), stir in maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
2️⃣ Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grains are tender and creamy.
🔥 Step 3: Serve & Garnish!
1️⃣ Pour the porridge into bowls and top with sliced bananas, berries, toasted nuts, and a drizzle of nut butter.
2️⃣ Sprinkle with chia or hemp seeds for an extra nutrient boost.
3️⃣ Serve warm and enjoy this wholesome, protein-packed breakfast!
🌾 Creamy, nutty, and full of ancient grain goodness—Teff & Amaranth Porridge is the ultimate nutrient-dense breakfast! 🥣✨ Try it today and fuel your morning the natural way! 🚀🔥
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