KASHA VARNISHKES AT WOLFF'S IN NEW JERSEY

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Packaged bow-tie noodles,large and small, quickly replaced the flat homemade egg noodles in the American version of kasha varnishkes. The trick to a good kasha varnishke is to toast the whole-grain buckwheat groat well over a high heat for 2 to 4 minutes until you start smelling the aroma of the kasha. This will seal the groats so that there is a nutty, crunchy taste to them, a good foil to the soft taste of the noodles.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     Pasta     Side     Purim     Sukkot     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Kosher     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield 6 to 8 servings (M)w/chicken fat/bouillon; (P)w/margarine/water

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large onions, sliced in rounds
2 to 3 tablespoons margarine or chicken fat
1 large egg or egg white, slightly beaten
1 cup medium or coarse kasha
2 cups water or bouillon
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
N/A freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound large or small bow tie-shaped noodles
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Sauté the onions in 2 tablespoons of the margarine or chicken fat in a heavy frying pan with a cover until golden. Remove to a plate.
  • 2. Beat the egg in a small mixing bowl and stir in the kasha. Mix, making sure all the grains are coated. Put the kasha in the same frying pan, set over a high heat. Flatten, stir, and break up the egg-coated kasha with a fork or wooden spoon for 2 to 4 minutes or until the egg has dried on the kasha and the kernels brown and mostly separate.
  • 3. Add the water or bouillon, salt, and pepper to the frying pan and bring to a boil. Add the onions, cover tightly, and cook over low heat, steaming the kasha for 10 minutes. Remove the cover, stir, and quickly check to see if the kernels are tender and the liquid has been absorbed. If not, cover and continue steaming for 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • 4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie noodles according to the directions on the package. Drain.
  • 5. When the kasha is ready, combine with the noodles. Adjust the seasoning, sprinkle with the parsley and coriander. If desired, add a bit more margarine or chicken fat.

Bongani mambinja
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Ayush Sooklaul
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This was a good recipe, but it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also good, but it could have used more flavor. I would recommend this recipe, but I would add


Thandukwazi Hlophe
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The kasha was overcooked and the varnishkes were too mushy. The sauce was also bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Tina Khan
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Lisa Goodwin
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Surjo Roy
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jose Ayende
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This was a good recipe, but it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also good, but it could have used more flavor. I would recommend this recipe, but I would add


Pardeshi Gamers
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The kasha was overcooked and the varnishkes were too mushy. The sauce was also bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Danish Toofan
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Shakeel Khodabux
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Majah Evans
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Imran Basheer
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This was a good recipe, but it wasn't as flavorful as I expected. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also good, but it could have used more flavor. I would recommend this recipe, but I would add


Bettel Ground
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed. The kasha was overcooked and the varnishkes were too mushy. The sauce was also bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Rodrell Green
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I made it for my family and they loved it. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md nayan Uddin
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The kasha is cooked to perfection and the varnishkes are fluffy and light. The sauce is also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend


Ronan Peparai
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and it was a hit. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Zolan Nyadu
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I made this for my family last night and they loved it! The kasha was a bit too bland for my taste, but everyone else seemed to enjoy it. The varnishkes were perfect and the sauce was very flavorful.


Kadiatu Bukum
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This was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The kasha was cooked to perfection and the varnishkes were fluffy and light. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.