Bob's Red Mill Organic Buckwheat Groats, 16 oz
$21.99
Product Details
Bob's Red Mill Organic Buckwheat Groats are hulled buckwheat with a mild, grassy flavor that turns nutty and intense when toasted. Despite the name, buckwheat is related to rhubarb rather than wheat.
Each resealable 16 oz (454 g) bag holds about 10 servings. Cook it like rice for a whole-grain side, stir it into porridge, toss it into salads and grain bowls, or use it in classic Eastern European dishes like kasha varnishkes.
Ingredients
Nutrition Information
| Servings per container | About 10 |
|---|---|
| Serving size | 1/4 cup (45g) |
| Calories | 160 |
| Total Fat | 1g (1% DV) |
| Saturated Fat | 0g (0% DV) |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg (0% DV) |
| Sodium | 0mg (0% DV) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33g (12% DV) |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g (7% DV) |
| Total Sugars | 0g |
| Includes Added Sugars | 0g (0% DV) |
| Protein | 6g |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg (0% DV) |
| Calcium | 4mg (0% DV) |
| Iron | 1mg (6% DV) |
| Potassium | 196mg (4% DV) |
Allergen Information
Manufacturers can change formulations at any time, so always read the physical label before consuming.
Directions & Storage
Bob's Red Mill Organic Buckwheat Groats, 16 oz
$21.99
The Complete Guide
How To Cook It
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small pot. Add 1 cup of groats and 1/2 tsp of salt, return to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes until tender, then drain off any remaining water.
Toasted Kasha Method
For kasha, toast the dry groats first. On the stovetop, heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 cup of groats and stir often until they darken, about 10 minutes. Stir constantly for 2 to 3 more minutes, until they are a rich brown, then move them to a cool bowl. In the oven, spread the dry groats on a baking sheet and bake at 300 F for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
Tips And Common Mistakes
- Toasting the groats mellows their earthy, slightly bitter flavor.
- A quick rinse in a colander before cooking is optional.
- Brown or wild rice takes longer to cook than buckwheat, so cook them in separate pots.
Who It's For
- Cooks making kasha, kasha varnishkes and other Eastern European dishes
- Anyone looking for a gluten-free, whole grain side in place of rice
- Cooks adding a nutty, chewy texture to grain bowls, salads and soups
Recipes to Make
Basic Simmered Buckwheat
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup Bob's Red Mill organic buckwheat groats
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Bring the water to a boil in a small pot.
- Add the buckwheat and salt. Return to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
- Drain off any remaining water and fluff with a fork.
Toasted Buckwheat Kasha
- 1 cup Bob's Red Mill organic buckwheat groats
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add the groats and stir often until they begin to darken, about 10 minutes.
- Stir constantly for 2 to 3 more minutes, until they are a rich brown. Move them to a cool bowl.
- Bring the water and salt to a boil in a small pot. Add the toasted groats and return to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes until tender. Drain off any remaining water.
Watch & Learn
Buckwheat Groats | Bob's Red Mill · Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods
What Buyers Say
★ 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings on Bob's Red Mill website
- Most reviewers give it five stars.
- Buyers say it makes a savory breakfast or side and toasts up well for kasha.
- The main complaint is mushy grains, which buyers link to too much water or cooking time.
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