ZAMBIAN RECIPES (AMARANTH SOUP)

Amaranth is one of the delicious dishes found in Zambia. Amaranth leaves can be used as a vegetable in cooking. It also contains highly nutritious and protein-rich seeds. You can use kale as a substitute for amaranth.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Place olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven, over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the onion and cook for about 3minutes until tender. Add garlic and cook for 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the bacon and keep cooking until the fat has rendered.

Step 4

Add the amaranth leaves (or kale), parsley, and cook, stirring frequently, until greens are wilted and tender.

Step 5

Add 2 cups of stock to start (you can always add more later) and bring to a boil.

Step 6

Lower the heat and simmer for 8minutes. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.

Step 7

Return to pot and add more stock. Stir in creme fraiche and the squeeze of lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.

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