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Feel free to use a combination of Amaranth and other whole grains, which would give this dish a complete amino acid profile. Amaranth is a highly nutritious grain, with a protein complex that rivals animal products, while also containing more calcium than milk.

1 tsp. annatto seeds
1 T olive oil
1 T finely grated onion
1 small garlic clove (smashed)
¾ cup amaranth grain
2 cups broth
2 T green olives
2 T capers

Gently infuse the olive oil with the annatto seeds. Strain.
Heat up the red oil in a pot, and gently fry the grated onion.
Once translucent, add the garlic and stir.
Stir in the amaranth.
Cover with the broth and bring the liquid to a boil. Gently simmer until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
Stir in the olives and capers.