Gryczanka Na Słodko

Ingredients · 2 servings

• 120 gRoasted buckwheat groat, rinsed
• 200 mlMilk
• 120 mlWater
• 1 pinchSalt
• 1Apple, grated
• 1 tspCinnamon
• 1 ½ tbspHoney (to serve)
• 20 gWalnut, crushed (to serve)

Equipment

stovetop, kitchen scale, measuring cup, sieve, dry pan, saucepan, grater, wooden spoon, lid, serving bowl, spoon

Instructions

1. 1
   Mise En Place

   Gather the groats, milk, water, apple, honey, cinnamon, walnuts, salt, and set out a sieve, dry pan, saucepan, grater, spoon, and bowls. · 5 min

   What to look for: All ingredients measured and tools within reach.

2. 2
   Rinse And Toast

   Rinse the buckwheat in a sieve under cool water, drain well, then toast it in a dry pan for 2 minutes until nutty and lightly fragrant. · 4 min

   What to look for: Groats look dry again and smell nutty.

3. 3
   Boil The Base

   Add the toasted groats to a saucepan with the milk, water, and salt, then bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. · 4 min

   What to look for: Small bubbles break evenly across the surface.

4. 4
   Simmer Until Tender

   Reduce the heat, cover partly, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the groats are tender and the liquid is absorbed. · 15 min

   What to look for: The porridge is thick, glossy, and no free liquid pools at the bottom.

5. 5
   Fold In Apple

   Grate the apple, fold it into the hot porridge with the cinnamon, and cook for 1-2 minutes just to warm the fruit. · 3 min

   What to look for: Apple is evenly mixed through the porridge and slightly softened.

6. 6
   Serve Warm

   Spoon the warm gryczanka into bowls, drizzle with honey, top with crushed walnuts, and serve immediately. · 2 min

   What to look for: Honey glistens on top and walnuts sit crisp over the warm porridge.