Udmurt Buckwheat and Vegetable Stir-Fry (Гречка с овощами)
Гречка с овощами (Udmurt Buckwheat and Vegetable Stir-Fry) is a traditional dish from Udmurt cuisine that combines the nutty flavor of buckwheat with the freshness of seasonal vegetables. This stir-fry is a quick and healthy option for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups buckwheat
- 4 cups water
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the buckwheat under cold water and drain.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the julienned carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in the drained buckwheat and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the water and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the buckwheat is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the buckwheat and vegetable stir-fry with a fork before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large skillet Cutting board Knife Measuring cups Measuring spoons
Tools
Fork
Serving suggestions
Serve the Гречка с овощами with a dollop of sour cream or a side of pickled vegetables for a complete Udmurt dining experience.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can toast the buckwheat in the skillet before adding the vegetables and water.
Cost
$8