Written By: Gloria Tsang, RD
Title: Founding Registered Dietitian
Alumni: University of British Columbia
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You Can Cook: Buckwheat – Podcast
This time around, we tackle a unique-looking grain with many names. Buckwheat, despite the name, is not actually related to wheat. In fact, this pyramid-shaped grain is related to rhubarb, which makes it a gluten-free choice. There are a few names for buckwheat – usually buckwheat groats or kasha, and a French name I just don’t dare to pronounce.
To cook buckwheat, you can use the raw groats, or you can use kasha, which is the pre-toasted version. Kasha will take less time to cook than the raw groats.
Place kasha in a pot with water, and bring to a boil on the stove. Once it starts to boil, turn the heat down to low, and let it simmer covered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. That’s it! Simple and quick!
Alumni: University of British Columbia – Gloria Tsang is the author of 6 books and the founder of HealthCastle.com, the largest online nutrition network run by registered dietitians. Her work has appeared in major national publications, and she is a regularly featured nutrition expert for media outlets across the country. The Huffington Post named her one of its Top 20 Nutrition Experts on Twitter. Gloria’s articles have appeared on various media such as Reuters, NBC & ABC affiliates, The Chicago Sun-Times, Reader’s Digest Canada, iVillage and USA Today.
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