'Buckwheat is a grain like seed, termed a "pseudocereal". Pseudocereals (eg. quinoa, buckwheat, chia, amaranth) make a good dietary addition or alternative to regular grains. And although the name has “wheat” in it, it is, in fact, wheat free and thus considered gluten free.'
Origins of Buckwheat?
"Buckwheat has been cultivated as a traditional food in China since 1000 BC and is found almost everywhere globally, but mainly in the northern hemisphere, such as in Russia and China." [2]
Buckwheat can come in the form of groats (seed) or flour. If the groats are toasted, it becomes known as “kasha”. Buckwheat is a complex carbohydrate is one of the few alkalizing grains. It has a sweet raw flavour and a nutty flavour when toasted.
What are some of the healthful benefits of adding buckwheat to your diet?
Well, starting with its nutritional profile, it boasts 15 grams of protein per 120 grams (1 cup) and contains 9 essential amino acids along with 12 grams of gut loving fibre! It boasts high levels of your B Vitamins ( B1, B2, B3, B5 B6) needed for energy and digestion. As well, buckwheat, is one of the few 'grains' that contain “rutin” [1], a bioflavonoid which strengthens capillaries, blood vessels and increases circulation. In traditional Chinese medicine it is said to clean and strengthen the intestines and improve appetite. Buckwheat, as a whole grain, can also help with managing blood glucose levels and weight management.
I enjoy making these waffles in bulk as they freeze well and are even ideal as a 'care package' meal along with a morning smoothie when someone needs an extra hug of comfort *) . To reheat, simply toss them in the toaster oven or oven at 325 for 10-12 minutes!
Buckwheat Waffles
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake:15 minutes
Servings: 6-7 waffles
Ingredients
Step One and Four:
2 1/8 cups of plant based mylk (oat, soy, hemp, almond)
2 tbsp of lemon juice
Step Two:
1 1/2 cups of buckwheat flour or (1 cup buckwheat and 1/2 cup brown rice flour)
1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tbsp of ground flax or ground chia seed
1/8 tsp of sea salt
Step Three:
2 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 tbsp of maple syrup
1/4 cup of apple sauce
Step Five:
1/2 tsp of baking soda
Preparation:
preheat your waffle maker or skillet for pancakes
using a whisk, combine in a measuring cup the ingredients in “Step One” and set aside.
in a medium large bowl, prepare the dry ingredients, in “Step Two”, whisk together.
next whisk in the plant mylk (from Step One) and the liquid ingredients (in Step Three)
once the batter comes together, add the baking soda (Step Five)
Pro Tip/Meal Preparation:
consistency of batter should be a thick batter.
to make pancakes, add additional liquid until desire consistency achieved.
add berries or chopped nuts/seeds for additional flavour and crunch
top with your favourite toppings
Festive Buckwheat Waffle Tips:
add natural vegetable dye confetti 🎊 sprinkles to the batter
top with colourful berries, shredded coconut and hempseeds
add grated dark chocolate and/or white chocolate
🇨🇦 Holiday? Top with strawberries 🍓 or red raspberries, white chocolate, shredded coconut
🇺🇸USA? Strawberry 🍓 or red raspberry, white chocolate, shredded coconut and 🫐 blueberries
🎄Christmas? Confetti sprinkles, red berries, white chocolate, shredded coconut, diced 🥝 kiwi or green apple 🍏
😋 Enjoy!!
Educational/Additional Info:
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