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Organic Buckwheat Flakes

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Description

Organic Buckwheat Flakes are light and simple to use.

Organic Buckwheat flakes are derived from whole buckwheat groats. Buckwheat flakes are made by gently heating the hulled grain or seed and then rolling flat . These versatile flakes can be used in breads, cakes and biscuits for an alternative to traditional wheat based flours. Buckwheat flakes are nutrient rich and a great option for those looking for alternatives due to intolerance.

These nutritious flakes have gained popularity because despite the name they are naturally wheat free. Buckwheat flakes are light flakes which are simple to use in the place of other breakfast grains or in baking. Buckwheat is a psuedo-grain like quinoa and amaranth – a seed that we eat like a grain.

Organic Buckwheat was first cultivated in 4000 BC in Europe but is also known for its popularity in Asia. It is commonly found in Eastern European cuisine, with a porridge like dish called Kasha being one of Russians national dishes. Kasha is served sweet or savoury as a side dish or main.

Ingredients: Organic Buckwheat Flakes

Origin: Netherlands/China

Allergen Information: Packed on premises that handle, tree nuts, sesame, soya, peanuts, gluten, celery, mustard

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Nutritional Information

Uncooked.

Typical Nutrient Values:	Amount per 100g:
Energy	1552kj/364kcal
Fat	1.5g
of which saturates	0.0g
Carbohydrate	84.9g
of which sugars	0.4g
Fibre	2.1g
Protein	8.1g
Salt	0.0025g

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How to Cook Buckwheat Porridge

Organic Buckwheat Flakes can be used in a range of recipes including biscuits, muffins and cakes. The most simple place to start is buckwheat flake porridge. Simply combine all the ingredients in a pan and warm gently until you have a soft porridge-like consistency.

3 to 4 tablespoonfuls buckwheat flakes
100 ml water/ milk
1 banana
Blueberries
Powdered cinnamon

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Storage

For optimum freshness keep in a cool place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store in a tightly sealed bag or container.

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Family Tips:

These flakes can be used to make a really tasty muffins and combine well with other flakes for a lighter texture.
Organic buckwheat flakes are a great nutrient rich alternative to oats if you want some variety in your porridge routine!
They also work well as a muesli base or in place of oats in overnight bircher style breakfasts.