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    Instant Pot Buckwheat

    Published: Mar 17, 2022 · Modified: May 9, 2022 by Sava's Kitchen

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    Instant pot buckwheat will quickly become your favorite grain to cook in your pressure cooker. These buckwheat groats are great as a side dish, breakfast hot cereal, or add a scoop to your favorite salad for extra nutrients. If you have not tried buckwheat groats yet, it is time to do so!

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    White plate with buckwheat, shrimps and a salad on the side

    Buckwheat is one of the most popular grains in Ukraine. We call it "kasha". The literal translation of " Kasha" is porridge. Buckwheat is the queen of "kashas" in Ukraine. Cooked "kasha" is used in a lot of recipes in Ukraine.

    In addition, it is one of the cleanest grains these days. The buckwheat plant grows easily and does not require chemicals and pesticides.

    Without a doubt, I would always pick buckwheat as the first baby grain to introduce. The best form of buckwheat to introduce for small kids is the cream of buckwheat (Pocono brand). You can find it at Sprouts and Whole Foods stores. It is non-toasted, organic, certified gluten-free cracked buckwheat groats. So great for small kids or those who follow an AIP diet.

    Today, we are making toasted buckwheat groats in the instant pot. If you are looking for more information about types of buckwheat, where to buy the best buckwheat, and how to make buckwheat using the stove top, click here.

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    • Why you will love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Suggested Equipment
    • How to cook buckwheat in Instant Pot
    • Pro Tip
    • How to serve buckwheat
    • How to store cooked buckwheat
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Why you will love this recipe

    • this recipe is gluten-free and is great for people who follow a low food map diet. 
    • buckwheat is very nutritious and rich in fiber, magnesium. It is a great quality plant-based protein and contains a good number of essential amino acids. 
    • this recipe is great for meal prep and can be used in a variety of ways: salads, sides, breakfast cereals, smoothies. 

    Ingredients

    Image of the ingredients to make instant pot buckwheat.

    This instant pot buckwheat recipe requires only a few ingredients listed below.

    Toasted Buckwheat Groats: I buy Ukrainian brand toasted buckwheat on Amazon. Just search for Skvira Buckwheat on Amazon to get these delicious and clean Ukrainian buckwheat groats. As alternative use American brand toasted (brown) or not toasted buckwheat (green). Just heads up, it will be mushy. For fluffy buckwheat use, the Ukrainian brand is suggested above. 

    Filtered Water: tap or filtered water to cook the groats.

    Salt: salt is optional, but I always use a little bit of salt to cook my buckwheat for more taste and flavor. 

    Butter: butter is also an optional ingredient, and is used only for serving. 

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Suggested Equipment

    This is the list of equipment I used to make this recipe:

    • Measuring Cup
    • Measuring spoons
    • Mesh Strainer
    • Instant Pot Duo

    How to cook buckwheat in Instant Pot

    This is the step-by-step detailed instructions on how to make this recipe.

    1. Measure the desired amount of buckwheat groats. Pour them on a flat large flat plate and sort them, getting rid of any debris and rocks. These days buckwheat usually comes pre-sorted and mostly clean, but I always recommend double-checking.

    Instant pot buckwheat recipe process shot 1.

    2. After that, using a large mesh strainer, rinse the grains under cold water to wash off any dust. 

    Buckwheat recipe process shot 2.

    3. Add rinsed and sorted buckwheat to your instant pot metal inner pot. Now add the required amount of filtered water and salt (if using).

    Overhead shot of instant pot with buckwheat and water in it.

    4. Close the lid and turn the valve to the sealing position. At last, press "pressure cook" and set the time to 5 minutes. Do natural release for 10 minutes followed by quick pressure release after. 

    Buckwheat recipe process shot 3.

    5. And finally, fluff the buckwheat groats with the fork and enjoy!

    Buckwheat recipe process shot 4.

    Pro Tip

    For fluffy buckwheat Kasha, use the Ukrainian brand of buckwheat I suggested above. 

    How to serve buckwheat

    There are many ways to enjoy buckwheat groats: side dishes, in salads or smoothies, as a breakfast porridge. 

    My always favorite way is hot buckwheat with butter on top and some good quality protein and vegetables.

    Below are some ideas what to serve your buckwheat with:

    • Cast Iron Chicken Breasts
    • Turkey and Beef Meatloaf
    • Baked Tuscan Chicken
    • Air fryer turkey meatloaf
    White plate with buckwheat, shrimps and a salad on the side

    How to store cooked buckwheat

    Refrigerate: when the buckwheat cools down, transfer the groat to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for about 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on a frying pan with a little bit of water. 

    Freezing: you can freeze the groats, but I do not recommend doing it unless you like mushy buckwheat. 

    Frequently asked questions

    -Is buckwheat gluten free?

    Yes, buckwheat, without a doubt, is a gluten free pseudo-grain. However, it is possible some wheat cross contamination if brand that does not have a certified gluten free marking on the packaging.

    -Is buckwheat Paleo?

    Buckwheat is considered a pseudo-grain and as a result, most of people avoid it on the Paleo diet.

    But there is always a debate. Since buckwheat groat is literally a seed of a flower and not an actual grain, some consume it on Paleo diet. 

    Given these points, it all depends on how strictly your Paleo diet is.

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    Cooked buckwheat in a white bowl.

    Instant Pot Buckwheat

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    Instant pot buckwheat will quickly become your favorite grain to cook in your pressure cooker. These buckwheat groats are great as a side dish, breakfast hot cereal, or add a scoop to your favorite salad for extra nutrients. If you have not tried buckwheat groats yet, it is time to do so!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Ukrainian
    Servings 5
    Calories 80 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Measuring Cup
    • 1 measuring spoons set
    • 1 mesh strainer
    • 1 instant pot

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup toasted buckwheat groats
    • 1.5 cup filtered water
    • ¼ teaspoon salt or by taste
    • ½ teaspoon butter for serving, optional

    Instructions
     

    • Rinse and sort buckwheat.
      1 cup toasted buckwheat groats
    • Add buckwheat, water and salt to your instant pot metal pot.
      1 cup toasted buckwheat groats, 1.5 cup filtered water, ¼ teaspoon salt
    • Pressure cook on high for 5 minutes, followed by 10 minutes natural release. Carefully open the vent valve to do the quick release to get rid of any steam left.
    • Open the lid, fluff the buckwheat with the fork. Serve hot with some butter!

    Notes

    *for softer and mushier groats cook on high pressure for 6 minutes followed by natural release.
    *fluffy buckwheat is guaranteed if you use Ukrainian brand toasted buckwheat.
    *make sure to rinse and sort buckwheat to get rid of any dust or debris.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 70gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 0.5g
    Keyword buckwheat, instant pot buckwheat
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