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| ( Polygonum fagopyrum ) | |
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| Description | |
| The Buckwheat belongs to the family of Legumes. The seed is medium sized, dark grey coloured, tetragonal-shaped. Sprouts are ready in about 10/12 days. |
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| Properties | |
| Buckwheat sprouts are rich in vitamins E, F, K, B and minerals such as Phosphorus, Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium. They have a high content of proteins and carbohydrates. Buckwheat sprouts have disinfectant power, they stimulate the appetite, reduce cholesterol and are helpful against anaemia and physical weariness. |
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| Use | |
| Buckwheat sprouts have a slightly sugary taste. They are normally eaten raw, without the external tegument of the seed. |
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| One of the many recipes | |
Side dish with buckwheat sprouts |
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