Savory Buckwheat Cereal with Mushrooms and Onions

Enjoy a hearty and healthy breakfast with this savory buckwheat cereal recipe. This dish features the nutty flavor of buckwheat cooked with mushrooms and onions to create a delicious and filling meal. Perfect for those looking for a gluten-free and vegetarian option. Get ready to start your day with a satisfying bowl of buckwheat cereal!

Ingredients

• 1 cup buckwheat groats
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Rinse the buckwheat groats under cold water and drain well.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
3. Add the buckwheat groats to the boiling vegetable broth, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the groats are tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
4. While the buckwheat cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
6. Add the sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
7. Once the buckwheat is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the skillet with the mushrooms and onions.
8. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
9. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
10. Serve the savory buckwheat cereal hot and enjoy!

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