Kasha, a traditional dish with a rich history, is a versatile and hearty dish made from buckwheat groats, often served with savory accompaniments. Originating in Eastern Europe, kasha has become a staple in many cultures worldwide. Its nutty flavor and chewy texture make it a perfect choice for a variety of recipes. This article offers a diverse collection of kasha recipes, ranging from classic to contemporary, each highlighting the unique qualities of this ancient grain. Explore the delectable Kasha with Mushrooms, a comforting combination of kasha, sautéed mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Indulge in the vibrant Kasha Pilaf with Roasted Vegetables, a colorful medley of roasted vegetables tossed with fluffy kasha. Discover the delightful Kasha and Chickpea Curry, a flavorful fusion of Indian spices, creamy coconut milk, and wholesome kasha. Experiment with the innovative Kasha and Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers, a delightful combination of kasha, quinoa, and a savory filling, all wrapped in tender bell peppers. Each recipe is carefully crafted to showcase the versatility and deliciousness of kasha, providing a culinary journey that celebrates this ancient grain's unique flavor and texture.
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BUCKWHEAT KASHA WITH WILD MUSHROOMS AND ONIONS
A simple recipe for roasted buckwheat kasha with caramelized onions, wild mushrooms, butter and herbs. It's dense enough to be a main dish by adding a salad, some leftover meat, and a dollop of sour cream. Serves 4-6
Provided by Alan Bergo
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring the kasha and water to a boil in a small pot the the ¼ teaspoon of salt, then turn the heat to low, cover, and cook until the kasha is tender, about 15-20 minutes, then keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a large pan, cook the onion on medium high heat in the fat until starting to brown and fizzle around the edges, then remove from the pan and reserve (can be done ahead of time). I like my onions with a touch of black on them. Leave some fat behind in the pan.
- Add the mushrooms to the pan with 1/4 cup water and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the pan is dry and the mushrooms are wilted and cooked. Add another spoonful of fat if needed.
- Season the mushrooms to taste with salt and pepper, then add ¾ of the onions to the pan, along with the kasha, double check the seasoning, adjust until it tastes good to you.
- Stir in the dill, and serve with the remaining onions spooned on top, along with extra chopped dill and soft butter at the table. It reheats very well.
BUCKWHEAT KASHA WITH MUSHROOMS AND ONIONS - 20 MINUTE SIDE DISH
Buckwheat Kasha with Sauteed Mushrooms, Onions, and Peas, drizzled with truffle oil for a touch of decadence. This naturally gluten-free side dish is ready in 20 minutes, and it is super healthy thanks to the nutrients in the buckwheat groats.
Provided by Kate
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine uncooked buckwheat and vegetable broth (or water) in a medium pot. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, if the broth is sodium-free. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the buckwheat is tender. Drain off extra liquid if there is still liquid remaining. While the buckwheat is cooking, prepare the rest of the dish.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onion. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion starts to soften and turn golden brown. Add the mushrooms, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms start to sweat in the skillet.
- When the mushrooms start releasing juices, add the frozen (or fresh) peas, and sauté for 3 minutes until they are heated through. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked buckwheat and the chopped parsley to the skillet, and mix well over medium heat to combine all the flavors. Turn off from heat, and drizzle with truffle oil. Taste it to see if you need to add more salt. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
KASHA VARNISHKES
This is one of the great Jewish comfort foods. It's easy to put together, and leftovers make a surprisingly delicious breakfast. Find kasha with other grains or in the kosher foods section. -Joanne Weintraub, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, saute onions and mushrooms in oil in a large skillet until lightly browned, about 9 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside., Combine buckwheat groats and egg in a small bowl; add to the same skillet. Cook and stir over high heat for 2-4 minutes or until buckwheat is browned, separating grains with the back of a spoon. Add the hot broth, salt and pepper., Bring to a boil; add onion mixture. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Drain pasta; add to pan and heat through. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
KASHA WITH MUSHROOMS
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the groats with the egg white in a heavy quart-and-a-half saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir with a fork for two to three minutes, until the grains are separated.
- Add the mushrooms and stock. Bring to a simmer, add the thyme, cover and cook over very low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 127, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 266 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
WILD MUSHROOM AND ONION KASHA
Provided by Marlena Spieler
Categories Mushroom Onion Side Sauté Christmas Low Fat Vegetarian Low Cal High Fiber Dinner Family Reunion Healthy Christmas Eve Potluck Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place porcini in small bowl with 1 1/2 cups boiling water. Let soak until mushrooms are soft, 1 hour. Remove mushrooms from liquid; squeeze dry. Set mushrooms aside. Strain soaking liquid, leaving any sediment behind. Reserve soaking liquid.
- Combine buckwheat groats and beaten egg in heavy large pot (preferably nonstick). Stir over medium heat until grains are separated and lightly browned, 10 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer onions to bowl. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, all mushrooms, and garlic to same skillet. Sauté until mushrooms are brown and tender, about 7 minutes. Add 1/2 cup reserved porcini soaking liquid and boil until liquid evaporates. Remove from heat.
- Add remaining reserved soaking liquid and 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth to pot with buckwheat groats. Cover and cook over medium-high heat until buckwheat groats are almost tender, stirring occasionally and adding more vegetable broth by 1/4 cupfuls if needed, about 20 minutes. Add onions and mushrooms to pot and cook until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
- *Available at many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Italian markets.
KASHA
For years I have had uneven results with buckwheat groats, or kasha, as the dry-roasted grains are called. I have tried different methods, both stovetop and oven, and usually mixed the grains with an egg before cooking. Sometimes my grains cooked up to a mush, other times they held their shape but still seemed rather soft and indistinct. I sort of gave up on kasha for a while, opting for more predictable grains and pseudo-grains like quinoa and spelt. But I love the flavor of buckwheat, so this week I took another stab at buckwheat groats with a box of medium-grain kasha I bought at the supermarket - and everything changed. These grains were cracked, like bulgur, something I hadn't seen before. I followed the directions on the box, and they turned out perfect -- dry and fluffy, with the wonderful nutty/earthy buckwheat flavor I find so appealing. To see if it was the cut of the grain only or the combination of the cut of the grain and the cooking method that gave me such good results, I used the exact same cooking method using whole toasted buckwheat groats. The whole groats turned out better than any I had made before, but they took three times as long to cook than the cracked groats, yielded a little less, and because all of the egg is not absorbed by the whole grains the way it is by the cracked grains, which have more cut surfaces to absorb the egg, you get some egg flakes floating on the top of the cooked kasha, which is not very attractive (though it's easy to remove them).
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, dinner, lunch, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine water, salt, and butter in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Once it reaches the boil turn off heat and cover.
- Meanwhile, beat egg in a medium bowl and add kasha. Mix together until grains are thoroughly and evenly coated.
- Transfer to a medium-size, wide, heavy saucepan (I use Analon nonstick), place over high heat and stir egg-coated kasha constantly until grains are dry, smell toasty, and no egg is visible, 2 to 3 minutes. Add just-boiled water, turn heat to very low, cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes for cracked kasha, 30 minutes for whole kasha, or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat.
- Remove lid from pan, place clean dish towel over pan (not touching the grains), and cover tightly. Let sit undisturbed for 10 to 15 minutes. Fluff and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 183, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 404 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
KASHA WITH MUSHROOMS AND ONIONS
Make and share this Kasha With Mushrooms and Onions recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Debra Weiner
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 6 cups, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a dutch oven pot with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add sliced mushrooms and onions and saute until caramelized.
- Beat one egg in a bowl, add dried kasha and mix thoroughly.
- Heat a small skillet and add kasha/egg mixture.
- Stir until kasha kernels are separated.
- Once seperated, add kasha to onion/mushroom mix with two cups of water and one boullion cube.
- Cover for about 10 mins and turn of heat.
KASHA AND MUSHROOMS
My vegetarian friend introduced me to this dish. Full of nutrients and I think it is delicious. Adapted from Moosewood.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat.
- Add the onions and saute, stirring often.
- While the onions are sauting, heat the vegetable broth in a saucepan, to boiling.
- In a bowl, mix together the egg and kasha.
- When the onions have softened, add in the kasha mixture and stir well to combine.
- Stir the kasha mixture for a minute or two, until the kasha kernels are separate and dry.
- When the stock boils, add it to the skillet; cover, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes or so, until the liquid is absorbed and the kasha is cooked.
- While the kasha is cooking, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in another medium skillet; saute/stir the mushrooms over high heat until the mushrooms release their juices.
- Remove the mushroom skillet from the heat.
- When the kasha is tender, add the mushrooms and 2-3 tablespoons of their liquid.
- Add in the soy sauce, dill, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Tips:
- Use the right type of kasha: There are three main types of kasha: buckwheat, barley, and millet. Buckwheat kasha is the most common type and has a slightly nutty flavor. Barley kasha is chewier and has a mild flavor. Millet kasha is the smallest and has a delicate flavor.
- Rinse the kasha before cooking: This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Toast the kasha before cooking: This will help to bring out the flavor of the kasha.
- Use a ratio of 1:2 kasha to water: This will result in a cooked kasha that is tender but not mushy.
- Add salt to the cooking water: This will help to season the kasha.
- Cook the kasha over low heat: This will help to prevent the kasha from burning.
- Fluff the kasha with a fork before serving: This will help to separate the grains of kasha and make it more light and fluffy.
Conclusion:
Kasha is a versatile and delicious grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Kasha is also a relatively inexpensive grain, making it a good option for budget-minded cooks. With its nutty flavor and chewy texture, kasha is a great addition to any meal.
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