A hit during fasting festivities, the humble
amaranth - popularly called
Ramdana in most places across the country - has been around since quite some time. Remember those dreamy
chikkisor
ladoosmade out of its seeds - a vivid memory from our childhood days? Amaranth, has now been touted as a super grain because of its rich nutritional profile. Not only is it
gluten free but also enriched with protein, vitamins and minerals and antioxidants. It is full of
fiber and excellent for digestion.
Add it to your regular meals with no fuss. Just roll them into heart-warming
ladoos,
chikkis or explore a whole new world of delicacies raked up using this super grain. From
salads, to
soups or even
desserts, there are options manifold.