Why Japanese buckwheat tea is good for you: Svitlana Fus tells us

Buckwheat can be used to make a lot of dishes: delicious porridge, cutlets, soup, and meat fillings. In Europe, pancakes are made from this grain. But in Japan, they went further - buckwheat tea has become very popular there.

Famous Ukrainian nutritionist Svitlana Fus spoke about the benefits, features, and preparation technology. Published on the Instagram page.

This drink has become a real trend in healthy eating. First, it is completely natural, without additives and impurities. Secondly, it satisfies the acute feeling of hunger, which is important in various weight loss diets. It is warm, and relaxing, with a mild pleasant taste. It contains a lot of nutrients and no caffeine. Nowadays, it is actively used on menus in various establishments. You can also find this product in specialized stores, and the best option is to make it at home.

Recipe for buckwheat Japanese tea

Ingredients:

• ordinary buckwheat groats
• lemon, lime, or orange zest

Method of preparation:

1. Pour enough buckwheat into a small frying pan to cover the bottom in one layer, heat over medium heat.

2. Dry the cereal for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time. The buckwheat will darken and the grains will burst. The smell is pleasant but very intense, so it is better to turn on the hood. Buckwheat is also fried to make the porridge crumbly. But for tea, you need to do it a little longer.

3. The preparation process is complete. Pour the cereal into a sieve to shake out small pieces of husk.

4. Pour 2 full teaspoons of buckwheat into a tea sieve and pour boiling water over it. Cover the cup and leave for 5 minutes.

5. For flavor, you can add a slice of lime, lemon, or orange zest.