Handam Refill Station - Buckwheat - Organic

Buckwheat is a healthy, gluten-free seed with a nutty, toasty flavour and soft texture. It is not as popular as oats and wheat and often under-appreciated, but it’s so easy to prepare and inexpensive. Its name “buckwheat” is a little confusing and included in the list of grains, but it is not related to wheat and it is not a grain. It’s just as simple to prepare as White Rice

Rinse the buckwheat under cool running water. Transfer to the pot and add water and salt. For every one part of buckwheat add 2 cups of water.

Bring the pot to a boil on the stove on high heat.

Reduce the temperature to medium and allow the buckwheat to simmer with a lid on the pot for 15 to 30 minutes or until it is tender. Stir the buckwheat occasionally to keep a smooth consistency.

Tip
Use broth in place of water for cooking to add flavor. Adding butter or oil to the buckwheat while cooking can help prevent it from clumping.
You can eat it raw (in cereals) or if preferred you can also roast it before cooking for extra nutty flavour.