Suggestions for using buckwheat?!
Suggestions for using buckwheat?
I would like to start eating more buckwheat as it is a complete protein. I have buckwheat flour but rarely use it because I don't bake. I know I can make the standard buckwheat pancakes, but I want some more options.
So, I bought whole buckwheat groats at the healthfood store. How can I use these groats? Any suggestions for cooking methods and add ins??
Answers:
Rinse a cup of groats. Drain. Mix with one beaten egg. place in skillet and stir over med low heat until "dry" add 1-1/2 cups water and bring to boil. cover and steam over very gentle heat 15 minutes. Serve Kasha- that's what it is called- with cabbage or sweet squash. mix it with onion and garlic and whole wheat bow tie noodles.
I find them too bland my self and have begun to love soybeans shelled and quinoa!
Source(s):
variation from recipe in Laurels Kitchen
Check out this link:
http://www.thebirkettmills.com/recipes/r...
I've never tried using buckwheat...since I live with a Vegetarian, perhaps I should :)
Have you ever looked into Soba noodles? They are a Japanese noodle that is made from Buckwheat flour, regular flour, and water. With a bit of research you could find the exact ratio of the flours and water. And you could make a Simple vegetable stock for a broth. If you have a nice sized straight side pot (Tall pots perferably) you could cut some Carrots, Onions, Celery, and add your favorite herbs to the mix to create a simple vegetable stock. It only takes about 45 min- 1 hour to create. After they have simmered for the hour, strain out the vegetables and voila you have a vegetable broth, which you can add freash veggies to along with your newly made noodles.
Feel free to contact me if you need any culinary help!
here are some links to recipes using buckwheat...
Buckwheat recipes
http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipe/ingred...
http://www.thebirkettmills.com/recipes/r...
http://www.recipezaar.com/recipes.php?fo...