Buckwheat groats are commonly used in western Asia and eastern
Europe. The porridge was commonand is often considered the
definitive peasant dish. It is made from roasted groats that are
cooked with broth to a texture similar to rice or bulgur. The
dish was brought to America by Ukrainian, Russian and polish
immigrants who called it kasha. Buckwheat contains no gluten and
can consequently be eaten by people with coeliac disease or
gluten allergies. Buckwheat is actually a plant related to
rhubarb and its groats are actually a gluten free seed. This fun
"grain" is shaped like a pyramid and is a complete protein,
containing all 9 of the essential amino acids. It can be steamed,
toasted (check out instructions on back of the bag!), roasted,
ground into flour or boiled. Try buckwheat groats in any recipe
that calls for whole grains: pilafs, salads, casseroles, soups,
granolas, stews or as a cereal on its own. Buckwheat groats are
also the key ingredient in traditional eastern European dishes
like kasha varnishkes and potato knishes. Cooks in only 10
minutes! like all of our gluten free-labeled products.
