Organic buckwheat grain 500g

PROPERTIES

• Although it is included in the diet as a cereal and has similarities with them in terms of chemical composition and nutrition, it is not actually a cereal as it does not belong to the grass family. Sometimes it is also considered a pseudocereal like quinoa or amaranth. It is characterized by having a high content of both proteins and minerals, among which phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and zinc stand out. Since it does not produce cholesterol and does not cause weight gain, the consumption of this food is usually recommended in weight loss diets. It is beneficial for the intestines and, since it is rich in fiber, it is ideal for combating constipation.

PREPARATION

• The main steps you must follow for optimal cooking of buckwheat are: first, soak 1 cup of buckwheat overnight. This deactivates some of its anti-nutrients and, therefore, makes it more digestible and improves the assimilation of the minerals it contains. Discard the soaking water. Add 2 cups of mineral water. Add a pinch of sea salt or a little kombu seaweed. Heat the water in a pot and, when it starts to boil, add the buckwheat and salt or kombu seaweed. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 25 minutes. It should be left without water. For example, we can mix it with vegetables, make burgers, in conclusion: buckwheat has endless possibilities.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (100g)

• Energy: 1651KJ/391Kcal, Protein: 13g, Fat: 3.4g. Of which saturated: 0.7g. Carbohydrates: 72g. Of which sugars: 0g, Fiber: 10g, Salt: 0g. May contain traces of gluten, sesame, soy, celery, and nuts.

INTERESTING INFORMATION

• ORGANIC FOOD. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Non-GMO. Not irradiated.
• ORIGIN: non-EU.
• INTERESTING ARTICLE: Gluten-free cereals and flours: a healthy alternative, not only for celiacs.