Uses
- Culinary:
- Seeds: Used as a gluten-free grain substitute; cooked like quinoa or popped like popcorn
- Leaves: Eaten as a leafy green vegetable, cooked similarly to spinach
- Popular in South American, African, Indian, and Caribbean cuisines
Medicinal
- High in protein, fiber, and essential amino acids (especially lysine, often limited in grains)
- Rich in minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus
- Contains antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and K
Agricultural Importance
- Drought-tolerant and adaptable to poor soils, making it a valuable crop in challenging environments
- Grows quickly and produces high yields of nutritious grain and greens
Fun Fact
- Amaranth was a staple food of the ancient Aztecs and was sometimes called the “grain of the gods”.
SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT CHARACTERSTICS:
| PHYSICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS | CHEMICAL PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
| Appearance | Off-white to light golden | Carbohydrates | 65% – 70% |
| Moisture | Max. 10% | ||
| Flavour | Mild, nutty & slightly earthy flavour | Total Ash | < 3% |
| Texture | Hard & dry | Protein | 13% – 16% |
| MICROBIOLOGY PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
| Total Plate Count (cfu/gm) | < 100000 |
| Salmonella (in 375 gms) | Absent |
| Yeast and Mold (cfu/gm) | < 1000 |
| Coliforms (cfu/gm) | < 100 |
| E. Coli (cfu/gm) | Absent |
(Microbiology specifications can be customized as per requirements.)
| Pestricides: Not guarentee |
Container Capacity
| Type Of Container | Quantity |
| 20 Feet | 22 Metric Tons (MT) |
| 40 Feet | 27 Metric Tons (MT) |
Allergens: May have minor allergens risk
Labeling: Shall indicate product name, net weight, batch lot number, BBE, origin.
Packing: 25, Strong Paper bags with inner liner. (provide customized packing as per your requirements.)
Shelf-Life: 12 months
