Best 3 Kasha Buckwheat Groats Breakfast Cereal Recipes
Kasha buckwheat groats breakfast cereal is a hearty and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Kasha is a type of buckwheat that has been roasted and then milled, and it has a slightly nutty flavor. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and minerals, and it is also gluten-free. Kasha can be cooked in a variety of ways, but it is most commonly served as a breakfast cereal.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
KASHA
For years I have had uneven results with buckwheat groats, or kasha, as the dry-roasted grains are called. I have tried different methods, both stovetop and oven, and usually mixed the grains with an egg before cooking. Sometimes my grains cooked up to a mush, other times they held their shape but still seemed rather soft and indistinct. I sort of gave up on kasha for a while, opting for more predictable grains and pseudo-grains like quinoa and spelt. But I love the flavor of buckwheat, so this week I took another stab at buckwheat groats with a box of medium-grain kasha I bought at the supermarket - and everything changed. These grains were cracked, like bulgur, something I hadn't seen before. I followed the directions on the box, and they turned out perfect -- dry and fluffy, with the wonderful nutty/earthy buckwheat flavor I find so appealing. To see if it was the cut of the grain only or the combination of the cut of the grain and the cooking method that gave me such good results, I used the exact same cooking method using whole toasted buckwheat groats. The whole groats turned out better than any I had made before, but they took three times as long to cook than the cracked groats, yielded a little less, and because all of the egg is not absorbed by the whole grains the way it is by the cracked grains, which have more cut surfaces to absorb the egg, you get some egg flakes floating on the top of the cooked kasha, which is not very attractive (though it's easy to remove them).
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, dinner, lunch, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine water, salt, and butter in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Once it reaches the boil turn off heat and cover.
- Meanwhile, beat egg in a medium bowl and add kasha. Mix together until grains are thoroughly and evenly coated.
- Transfer to a medium-size, wide, heavy saucepan (I use Analon nonstick), place over high heat and stir egg-coated kasha constantly until grains are dry, smell toasty, and no egg is visible, 2 to 3 minutes. Add just-boiled water, turn heat to very low, cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes for cracked kasha, 30 minutes for whole kasha, or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat.
- Remove lid from pan, place clean dish towel over pan (not touching the grains), and cover tightly. Let sit undisturbed for 10 to 15 minutes. Fluff and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 183, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 404 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
KASHA VARNISHKES - JEWISH BUCKWHEAT GROATS WITH NOODLES
This is my family's recipe for an Eastern European Jewish favorite. This side dish is traditionally made with bowtie noodles. It is flavorful and addictively delicious. Definitely not for the carb-shy! I am gluten-free and sadly, there are no gluten-free bowtie noodles on the market. If you are gluten-free, Hoffner's GF egg noodles or Glutano brand tagliatelle (made of maize) work best. Buckwheat, by the way, is not related to wheat and is gluten-free (and tasty).
Provided by Whats Cooking
Categories Grains
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the egg in a small bowl. Add kasha and stir until every grain is well coated with egg. Place in a medium saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the egg begins to dry and the groats separate. Some of the groats may stick together and/or brown slightly.
- Pour boiling chicken stock over the kasha. Mix in salt and pepper and stir thoroughly. Cover and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until the kasha has absorbed all liquid. Remove from heat.
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and cook the pasta until done. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the oil (or schmaltz) on a medium flame. Saute the chopped onions until thoroughly browned. Add the onions and noodles to the pot of kasha, and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 38.7, Sodium 522.5, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.3, Protein 5.3
KASHA OR BUCKWHEAT GROATS
Steps:
- Heat butter in a saucepan and add onion. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add broth. Bring to boil, then lower to simmer.
- Put kasha in a nonstick skillet and add egg. Stir to blend and cook over gentle heat, stirring all over the bottom, until grains of kasha are coated with egg but grains remain separate. Cook until grains are slightly toasted and lightly browned.
- Pour the simmering broth over kasha. Add salt and cover tightly. Cook about 15 minutes over very low heat or until all the liquid has been absorbed and grains are tender. If necessary, continue cooking 5 minutes longer or until grains are tender.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 149, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 322 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Always rinse buckwheat groats thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris. - Use a ratio of 1 cup buckwheat groats to 2 cups water or broth for a cooked cereal. - Cook buckwheat groats in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until all of the liquid has been absorbed and the groats are tender, about 15-20 minutes. - Add salt and butter to taste before serving. - For a sweeter cereal, add honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar to taste. - For a more savory cereal, add chopped nuts, seeds, or dried fruits. - Buckwheat groats can also be used to make pancakes, waffles, muffins, and other baked goods.Conclusion:
Kasha is a healthy and versatile grain that can be used to make a variety of breakfast cereals, side dishes, and main courses. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a hearty and satisfying meal, kasha is a great option.
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