Buckwheat with tomato paste

Cookinero 24 Nov 2025

Buckwheat is one of the most popular side dishes in Russia. Buckwheat is often served with gravy, cutlets and meatballs. Buckwheat can be tasty without meat, for this you just need to add a good sauce. In this recipe, we will reveal the secrets of making delicious buckwheat with tomato paste.

How to cook Buckwheat with tomato paste

Step 1

Buckwheat with tomato paste

Boil the buckwheat for 20 minutes. Add two glasses of water to one glass of buckwheat. Salt the water. Boil the buckwheat until the liquid evaporates.

Step 2

Buckwheat with tomato paste

Dice the onion and fry in a frying pan.

Step 3

Buckwheat with tomato paste

Add buckwheat and tomato paste to the onion. Mix everything well and leave to simmer for 5 minutes under a closed lid over low heat.

Buckwheat with tomato paste - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use ½ cup tomato sauce or 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes instead of tomato paste. Adjust cooking time to let excess moisture evaporate.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to restore moisture.
Yes! Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free, and this recipe contains no animal products when prepared as written.
For this recipe, you don't need to rinse buckwheat. The slight starchiness helps create the perfect texture when combined with tomato paste.
Absolutely! Freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Try mixing in sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or grated carrots when cooking the onions. Kale or spinach can be stirred in during the final 2 minutes.
Serve with fried eggs, crumbled feta, or pan-seared tofu. For meat options, grilled chicken or sausage work well.
Try shallots, leeks (white parts only), or 1 teaspoon onion powder. If omitting entirely, boost flavor with garlic or herbs like oregano.
Yes! Use a larger pot and wider pan. Cooked buckwheat keeps well, making this ideal for meal prep.

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