Kuttu Buckwheat Flour : 500 g

Quantity – 500 g

Buckwheat / Kuttu Flour – Highly Nutritious / Gluten Free

Buckwheat is a gluten-free pseudocereal (actually a fruit seed) which is why it has been used traditionally in India as an energizer and complete nutritional supplement during fasting periods. It is a panacea for those allergic to wheat or gluten.

Processing
Harvest cleaned & packed by women farmers.

Heath Benefits
Rich in complex carbohydrates & dietary fiber. Rich source of proteins, B Vitamins & Minerals. Excellent source of magnesium which improves circulation & helps to protect against heart disease. Controls blood sugar & ideal for diabetics. A regular diet of buckwheat prevents gallstones. Anti-oxidant & rich in flavanoids. (Singh et al, 2016)

How to Use
Bhakri, Rice alternative, Porridge, Crepes in soups, stew or added to salad, desserts or laddoos.

Sourced by TARU Naturals. Organically grown & community processed by farming collectives in Chhattisgarh.

Recipe:

Buckwheat (Kuttu) Dhokla Recipe:

Ingredients:

• Buckwheat – 1&1/4 cups
• Curd- 1/2 cup
• Green chili paste – 1/2 tsp
• Ginger paste – 1/4 tsp
• Salt- 1 tsp

How to Prepare  Batter
Soak the buckwheat groats with little water for an hour and grind into a smooth paste. Add water to get the desired consistency. Or Add flat black rice flour. This is instant batter.

Method
Mix buckwheat flour,  curds and  ½ cup of water in a deep bowl.  Soak for at least 5-6 hours. Later add green chilly paste, ginger paste and salt to the batter and mix very well. Grease the plate with oil and pour batter on the plate.  Steam for  12 to 15 minutes or till the dhoklas are cooked. Cool, cut into pieces and serve with green chutney.