Best Russian Wheat Porridge Kutya Recipes

Ukrainian Christmas Kutya image

Provided by Olha7397

Categories Grains

Time 4h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cleaned wheat berries
3 -4 quarts water
1 cup cleaned poppy seed
1/3 cup honey
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans

Steps:

Wash wheat in cold water and soak overnight in the 3 to 4 quarts of water.
The next day, bring the water to a boil then simmer for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
The wheat is ready when the kernels burst open and the fluid is thick and creamy.
Chop the poppy seed in a food processor (or coffee grinder) (or you can buy ground poppy seeds in some deli's) and set aside.
Mix honey, sugar and hot water.
Mix the honey mixture, poppy seeds, and chopped nuts and wheat.
More honey can be added to taste.
Keep in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.1, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 11.8, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 30.9, Protein 4.3

Russian Wheat Porridge ~ Kutya image

Provided by Beth Renzetti @elmotoo

Number Of Ingredients 8

Steps:

Place wheat berries in a large pan with enough cold water to cover. Soak overnight.
The next day, drain wheat berries and refill pan with 4 c. water. Stir in salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, or until wheat berries are tender. If water gets too low, add enough to cover wheat berries.
While wheat berries are cooking, soak poppy seeds in a small bowl of lukewarm water for 30 minutes. Drain seeds and grind in a food processor or coffee grinder. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and toast for 3 to 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
When wheat berries are tender, drain and place in a large serving bowl. Stir in poppy seeds, honey, raisins, and two-thirds of toasted almonds. Mix well. Garnish with remaining almonds and sprinkle cinnamon over all. Serve warm.