Buckwheat Groats Breakfast (Printable View)

Tender buckwheat groats topped with nuts and fresh fruit for a wholesome, gluten-free morning meal ready in 20 minutes.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Buckwheat Base

01 - 1 cup buckwheat groats, raw hulled
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Toppings

04 - 1/2 cup mixed nuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1 cup fresh fruit, diced
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk

# Directions:

01 - Rinse buckwheat groats thoroughly under cold running water until water runs clear.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed buckwheat groats, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until groats are tender and water is fully absorbed.
04 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff groats with a fork to separate grains.
05 - Divide cooked buckwheat evenly between two serving bowls.
06 - Top each bowl with mixed nuts and fresh fruit. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon as desired.
07 - Serve warm with milk or plant-based milk poured over if preferred.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It fills you up without that heavy, sluggish feeling that some breakfast grains leave behind.
  • Naturally gluten-free and adaptable to almost any diet restriction you might have.
  • The nuttiness pairs beautifully with fruit and honey in a way that feels indulgent but totally wholesome.
02 -
  • Always rinse buckwheat groats before cooking, or you'll end up with a slightly bitter, cloudy porridge that no amount of honey can fix.
  • If your groats seem mushy after cooking, you either used too much water or cooked them too long, so watch the clock the first time you make it.
03 -
  • If you want a deeper, almost smoky flavor, use roasted buckwheat groats (kasha) instead of raw, though the cooking time might be slightly shorter.
  • Prepare your fruit and nuts the night before so your morning requires zero thinking, just assembling a bowl that's waiting for you.
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