Truefood Buck Wheat (400g)

Truefood Buck Wheat is non-GMO and Gluten Free making it ideal for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. This highly nutritious ancient grain is also a complete protein making it suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets. Further providing minerals and vitamins, Buck Wheat is also a source of fibre and helps to stabilise metabolism which could assist with weight management or weight loss goals.

Considered to be a fruit seed, Buck Wheat can be eaten raw or cooked and enjoyed as a starch replacement. Commonly used for gluten-free bread or crackers, Buckwheat can also be used for pastry or pancake dishes that call for no gluten or as a healthy breakfast porridge.

BENEFITS:

• High in manganese that fights free radicals within the body and acts as an antioxidant
• Rich in Phosphorous that detoxes the body and maintains bone and dental health
• High in copper that increases iron absorption
• Rich in magnesium which is crucial for many functions within the body, with over 300 bio-chemical reactions depending on the mineral
• High in B vitamins that help to maintain energy levels throughout the day

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

• Pour the desired amount of fresh, raw buckwheat into a strainer, and rinse well under cool running water.
• Once rinsed empty the buckwheat from the strainer into a pot with water; for every one part of buckwheat add 2 cups of water
• Bring the pot to a boil on the stove on high heat, reduce the temperature to medium and allow the buckwheat to simmer with a lid on the pot for 15 to 30 minutes or until it is tender
• Stir occasionally