Amaranth is a herbaceous plant or shrub that is either annual or perennial across the genus. It is known as bireum in Korea, tampala, tandaljo, or tandalja bhaji in India, callaloo in the Caribbean; and Joseph’s coat in other areas. The leaves and stems may be eaten as a salad vegetable. In Africa and South East Asia, it is usually cooked as a leafy vegetable. It is usually stir fried or steamed as a side dish.