russian wheat porridge ~ kutya
Updated on Aug 3, 2014
While looking for recipes to submit for use in Culinary Quest, I kept coming across this one. This is a traditional Russian Christmas Eve dish. There are slight variations & this is the one I found most appealing. Others used walnuts instead of almonds, didn't call for cinnamon, etc. Prep time does NOT include the overnight soak of wheat berries. Enjoy!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
2 Hr
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat berries
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 cup raisins
- - cinnamon, for sprinkling
How To Make russian wheat porridge ~ kutya
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Step 1Place wheat berries in a large pan with enough cold water to cover. Soak overnight.
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Step 2The next day, drain wheat berries and refill pan with 4 c. water. Stir in salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, or until wheat berries are tender. If water gets too low, add enough to cover wheat berries.
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Step 3While wheat berries are cooking, soak poppy seeds in a small bowl of lukewarm water for 30 minutes. Drain seeds and grind in a food processor or coffee grinder. Set aside.
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Step 4Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
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Step 5When wheat berries are tender, drain and place in a large serving bowl. Stir in poppy seeds, honey, raisins, and two-thirds of toasted almonds. Mix well. Garnish with remaining almonds and sprinkle cinnamon over all. Serve warm.
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Category:
Other Side Dishes
Diet:
Vegetarian
Diet:
Low Fat
Diet:
Dairy Free
Diet:
Low Sodium
Tag:
#Healthy
Keyword:
#traditional
Keyword:
#whole grain
Keyword:
#russian
Keyword:
#christmas eve
Ingredient:
Rice/Grains
Culture:
Eastern European
Method:
Stove Top
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