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Russian Buckwheat Kasha with Mushrooms and Onions recipe by Safe Plated

Russian Buckwheat Kasha with Mushrooms and Onions

A hearty and comforting Russian dish made with buckwheat groats, sautéed mushrooms, and caramelized onions. A simple and flavorful soy-free side or main course.

40m4 servings
SOY-free
320 cal|12g protein|50g carbs|8g fat|8g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Buckwheat groats
  • 2 cups Water or vegetable broth
  • about 225 g Cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large Onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse buckwheat groats in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water.
  2. 2In a medium saucepan, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add buckwheat groats, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the buckwheat is tender.
  3. 3While the buckwheat is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. 4Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5Stir the cooked buckwheat into the skillet with the mushrooms and onions. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

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