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How To Cook Buckwheat?
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How To Cook Buckwheat?

Buckwheat is a nutty, earthy, and healthy seed with a soft and fluffy texture. Buckwheat is gluten-free and one of the best alternative to wheat or cereals.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Buckwheat Recipe, Cook Buckwheat, How To Cook Buckwheat?
Servings: 3
Calories: 262kcal
Author: Annie

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup buckwheat
  • 2 cups water
  • pinch sea salt
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  • Firstly rinse and drain the buckwheat.
  • Take a saucepan and pour 2 cups of water. Bring to boil over high heat and lower the heat upon adding the buckwheat. Boil 10-15 minutes with a closed lid.
  • Once ready, the buckwheat has to look fluffy and tender. Drain off the excess of liquid and add some butter.
  • Serve next to some roasted meat with a delicious homemade gravy.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg