Buckwheat or buckwheat , like quinoa or amaranth, is considered a pseudo-cereal. Its main characteristic is the pyramidal shape of its grains. In addition to having a very aromatic and peculiar flavor.
Although it does not contain gluten, the use of
buckwheat flour in pastry and bakery preparations is very wide. In addition to being very popular in kitchens around the world: from Japan, where they make the famous soba noodles to Catalonia, where we can find buckwheat porridge.
It is especially advisable to consume
buckwheat grain so that our body takes advantage of all the nutrients and benefits of this pseudo-cereal.
Buckwheat stands out for its high fiber content , which provides us with countless benefits such as: feeling satiated for longer, promoting intestinal transit, preventing ingested fats from being absorbed and avoiding sudden increases in blood sugar levels. blood.
In addition to being rich in fiber,
buckwheat provides us with a high percentage of protein and all essential amino acids . Very important in vegetarian or vegan diets where the contribution of proteins and amino acids may be deficient.
Buckwheat is one of the grains with the highest amount of slowly absorbed and easily digestible carbohydrates. This provides us with constant energy for longer and prevents us from snacking between meals.
This pseudo-cereal is also a source of group B vitamins, responsible for correctly metabolizing nutrients, acting as neuronal protectors and protecting us against premature aging of vision and skin.
Buckwheat also provides us with a large amount of minerals such as:
iron, potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iodine, zinc and magnesium.
In addition to containing Omega 3 and Omega 6 acids, which help us reduce bad cholesterol levels and protect us from cardiovascular diseases.
How to cook grain buckwheat?
We must wash the grains well to remove any possible dirt and dust.
We boil 2 parts of water with salt (optional) and add one part of
buckwheat . We let it cook for 20 minutes and accompany it with legumes, vegetables, tofu, meat, etc.
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How to use buckwheat flour?
With
buckwheat flour we can make authentic Breton crêpes, as well as pancakes, sponge cakes, pizza bases, cookies and breads with strong, great-tasting crumbs.
