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Buckwheat pilaf cooked with meat broth
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Buckwheat pilaf with meat broth (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.1 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 0.9 mg of Manganese covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
198
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
35.1g
· 13% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 15% · Fat 14%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.54 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 270 g | 297 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
To make buckwheat pilaf with meat broth, rinse and drain the buckwheat, then briefly toast it in a little oil before adding hot broth. Simmer covered until tender and the liquid is absorbed, then let it rest before fluffing with a fork.
Buckwheat pilaf with meat broth has an earthy, slightly nutty flavor, made richer and more savory by the broth. Toasting the groats before adding liquid deepens that flavor, while herbs or sautéed onion can add extra aroma.
Toasting buckwheat is optional, but it gives buckwheat pilaf with meat broth a deeper, nuttier taste and can help keep the grains distinct. Stir the drained groats in a little oil briefly before adding the hot broth.
Buckwheat pilaf with meat broth turns mushy when it is cooked with too much liquid, left on the heat too long, or stirred repeatedly. Use just enough broth to cook the groats, keep the pot covered, and stop cooking once they are tender.
Yes, roasted buckwheat works well in buckwheat pilaf with meat broth and brings a stronger toasted flavor. It may cook differently from unroasted groats, so start checking for tenderness before the liquid has fully evaporated.
Yes, you can cook buckwheat pilaf with meat broth in a rice cooker. Add rinsed buckwheat and hot broth, using the appliance’s grain or regular cooking setting, and check the texture at the end since buckwheat can soften faster than rice.
To keep buckwheat pilaf with meat broth from sticking, use a heavy-bottomed pot, briefly toast the drained groats, and cook them over low heat with the lid on. Avoid stirring while they simmer; fluff them gently after resting.
Yes, chicken broth can be used for buckwheat pilaf with meat broth. It gives the dish a milder flavor than beef or lamb broth, so sautéed onion, garlic, or herbs can help build a fuller taste.
Reheat buckwheat pilaf with meat broth in a covered pan with a small splash of water or broth, stirring gently until hot. You can also microwave it covered, pausing to stir so the heat spreads evenly.
Not exactly. Kasha usually refers to cooked buckwheat groats, especially toasted ones, while buckwheat pilaf with meat broth is a prepared dish cooked with broth and often seasonings. The terms can overlap when the pilaf uses roasted buckwheat.
Vitamins
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.9mg · 39% DV
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Phosphorus
117mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
68mg · 16% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
198mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buckwheat pilaf with meat broth is a home-style pilaf made by simmering buckwheat groats in meat broth. It is a Turkish-style preparation rather than a rice pilaf: the groats turn tender while keeping some bite, and their earthy, nutty flavour takes on the savoury broth.
Serve it as a side with meat, or make it a simple meal with yoghurt and a crisp salad. It is chiefly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and protein; a 100 g portion provides 2.7 g of fibre. For a lighter plate, use broth that is not too rich and pair the pilaf with plenty of vegetables.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.