Low Carb Stir-Fried Amaranth Greens Recipe

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Yield

4
servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound amaranth (rinsed and ends trimmed)
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • stevia (to taste)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

½ cup

Carbohydrates

3
g

Protein

3
g

Fat

12
g

Calories

139

When you need to add something new to your menu, opt for this delicious recipe for low carb stir-fried amaranth greens. With just 6 ingredients, you can spice up your normal routine with this scrumptious stir-fried amaranth greens. Additionally, it is a excellent choice for a diabetes-friendly menu.

Instructions

  1. Heat wok and add canola oil.
  2. Add garlic and amaranth while stirring constantly for a minute.
  3. Add in salt, Stevia, and sesame oil.
  4. Stir until the amaranth begins to wilt.
  5. Be generous with salt to help brighten the flavor of the green and some Stevia to balance the flavor.
  6. Push the green towards the center of the wok so the sides can heat up to improve the taste.
  7. Cover the work with a lid and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove the lid, quickly stir, and serve.