Source: LiBax, AdobeStockWhile buckwheat is delicious and healthy on its own, it can be quite bland when dry and plain. So, we suggest preparing an aromatic gravy to go with it. Especially since there are so many recipes to choose from – with tomato, sour cream, meat, or without!
1. Gravy for Buckwheat without Meat
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruA classic tomato-sour cream gravy with nothing superfluous.
You will need: 30 g onion, 20 g butter, 0.5 tbsp flour, 50 g sour cream, 30 g tomato paste, 2 glasses of water.
Preparation: Sauté finely chopped onion in butter until golden. Add flour and mix. Combine water, tomato paste, and sour cream, then pour into the pan, stirring constantly. Simmer the gravy over low heat until thickened.
2. Gravy for Buckwheat with Beef
Source: svtreid.ruThe recipe specifies the weight of pure beef, without bones.
You will need: 400 g beef, 1 onion, 1 glass of tomato juice, 1 bunch of herbs, 2-3 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Cut the beef into strips, fry until browned, add a little boiling water or broth, and simmer over low heat for about 1 hour until tender. Separately, fry the chopped onion until golden.
Separately, fry the flour until brownish and dilute it in a small amount of hot water to avoid lumps. Add the onion, flour mixture, and tomato juice to the beef. Bring to a boil and simmer the gravy for another 20-30 minutes. Finally, add spices and chopped herbs.
3. Tomato Gravy for Buckwheat
Source: windowman.ruThis tomato gravy requires fresh tomatoes, as well as canned tomatoes in their own juice.
You will need: 7 tomatoes, 200 g canned tomatoes in their own juice, 1 onion, 4 cloves of garlic, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and garlic, and sauté until golden. Add the chopped canned tomatoes and bring to a boil. Peel the fresh tomatoes, blend them, and pour the puree into the pan. Simmer the gravy for 1 hour over low heat until thick, and season to taste.
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4. Gravy for Buckwheat with Sour Cream and Spinach
Source: vsegdavkusno.ruAn interesting and light option for variety.
You will need: 2 bunches of spinach, 1.5 tbsp flour, 250-300 ml milk, 60 g sour cream, 50 g butter, 4 cloves of garlic.
Preparation: Fry the flour in butter until golden and pour in the milk, stirring to avoid lumps. Simmer until slightly thickened, add sour cream and mix. Add minced garlic and chopped spinach. Season to taste and cook everything together for another 5 minutes.
5. Mushroom Gravy for Buckwheat
Source: chefmarket.ruA delicate creamy gravy that harmoniously complements buckwheat.
You will need: 300 g mushrooms, 1 onion, 1 glass of heavy cream, 1 carrot, 2 tsp flour, spices, butter, herbs.
Preparation: Chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté them for 5 minutes in butter. Add sliced mushrooms and fry until the moisture evaporates. Pour in the cream and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat. Dilute the flour in water, pour it in, and simmer until thickened. Finally, add spices and herbs.
6. Gravy for Buckwheat with Pork and Mayonnaise
Source: postila.ruThe gravy turns out very hearty, yet not too greasy.
You will need: 400 g pork, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 bunch of green onions, 300 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut the pork into small pieces, fry until browned, and pour in hot water. Season and simmer for about half an hour over low heat. Add mayonnaise and chopped green onions, and simmer the gravy for another 5-7 minutes.
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7. Gravy for Buckwheat with Sausages
Source: 100foto.clubA meat gravy option when you don't have a regular piece of meat on hand.
You will need: 300 g sausages, 1 onion, 1 tomato, 1 glass of water, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, sauté for 5 minutes, and add the chopped tomato. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Add flour, mix, and add tomato paste. Cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes, season, and add sliced sausages. Simmer the gravy for 5-7 minutes and remove from heat.
8. Gravy for Buckwheat with Chicken
Source: mirtesen.ruInstead of chicken breast, you can use turkey fillet in the same way.
You will need: 400 g chicken breast, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 3 tbsp flour, 120 g sour cream, 200 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut the chicken into pieces and dredge in flour. Chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté them for a couple of minutes until soft. Add the chicken and fry for a few more minutes, stirring. Pour in water, season to taste, and simmer the gravy for 20 minutes with the lid on. Add sour cream and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
9. Meat Gravy for Buckwheat with Cheese
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruAny hard or soft cheese you like will work perfectly.
You will need: 800 g pork, 2 onions, 2 carrots, 2 tbsp flour, 100 g cheese, 75 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut the pork into small cubes and fry until browned. Add chopped onion and grated carrot, mix, pour in water, and simmer until the meat is cooked. Dilute the flour in a small amount of water and pour it in. Add spices and grated cheese, mix, and cook the gravy until the cheese melts.
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10. Gravy for Buckwheat with Canned Meat
Source: nvkz-tub.ruAn express recipe and a classic for hearty buckwheat porridge.
You will need: 1 can of stewed meat, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté together for 5-7 minutes. Add the canned meat along with its fat and simmer for another 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, spices, and a little water, and cook the gravy for 10-15 minutes with the lid on over low heat.
11. Gravy for Buckwheat with Minced Meat and Vegetables
Source: pinterest.comMixed minced meat works best, but choose according to your taste.
You will need: 400 g minced meat, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 3 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté all vegetables until soft. Add tomato paste and a little water, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add minced meat and another 1 glass of water, mix, season, and simmer the gravy with the lid on until the minced meat is cooked.
12. Gravy for Buckwheat with Turkey
Source: pizza-top.ruA simple gravy with minimal ingredients, but very tasty.
You will need: 400 g turkey fillet, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Cut and fry the turkey until lightly browned. Add chopped onion and carrot, and fry together for another 3-4 minutes. Add flour, mix, and pour in a little water or broth to cover the meat. Simmer the gravy for 15 minutes over medium heat and season at the end.
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13. Gravy for Buckwheat with Cream and Tomato
Source: pinterest.comAnother option for a very delicate meatless gravy!
You will need: 1 onion, 1 carrot, 150 ml heavy cream, 2 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion and carrot, sauté until soft, add tomato paste with spices and mix. Simmer for another 5 minutes and pour in the cream. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
14. Gravy for Buckwheat with Pork and Bell Pepper
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruIt's better to use pork, as beef can be a bit tough.
You will need: 600 g pork, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 glass of tomato juice, 1 tbsp flour, 1/2 bunch of herbs, 1.5 glasses of water, 1 tsp sugar, spices.
Preparation: Cut and fry the pork until browned. Add finely chopped onion and pepper, and fry for another 3-4 minutes. Add spices, flour, and mix. After 1 minute, pour in the tomato juice and add sugar. Mix again, pour in water, bring everything to a boil, and simmer for about 45 minutes with the lid on over low heat. Finally, add herbs.
15. Tomato Gravy for Buckwheat with Mushrooms
Source: dzen.ruAny ketchup or tomato sauce will work for this recipe.
You will need: 500 g mushrooms, 1 tbsp each of ketchup and sour cream, 1 glass of water, 2 onions, 2 carrots, 1 tbsp flour, 5 cloves of garlic, spices.
Preparation: Chop the onion and carrot, sauté for 5-7 minutes, and add sliced mushrooms. Fry until almost cooked, add flour and spices, and mix. Add water, ketchup, and sour cream, mix everything again, and cook the gravy over low heat until desired thickness.