READY IN 48 mins

Buckwheat and Bacon Side Dish

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"This alternative to rice pairs buckwheat with bacon to create a meaty-tasting side dish." — REDFIORO

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shallots and garlic; cook until softened and light brown. Add the bacon pieces and buckwheat; cook and stir until the buckwheat turns orangeish brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the stock and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently until the liquid is absorbed and the buckwheat is tender,13 to 15 minutes. Toss with the parsley, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 28 mins
READY IN 48 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 08, 2007

I used 5 strips of turkey bacon, extra garlic from a jar, 1/2 cup buckwheat and 1 1/2 cups very low sodium organic chicken broth. I left out the parsley and shallots, but added plenty of green onions. The cooking time was still perfect and my husband loved this! Thanks for the new buckwheat recipe (there are not too many off them around)!

—DawnT77

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 16, 2010

I love buckwheat but I wasn't impressed with this recipe. I would recommend adding onion (separately cooked till golden) in the end, because otherwise it becomes mushy.

—yurymetelski

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12 Ratings

Sep 28, 2009

This recipe rocks!! We are new to the gluten-free thing and this dish was the perfect intro. I had to double the recipe to feed my two pre-teen boys

—Debi

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Jul 13, 2011

I accidentally used bulgur instead of buckwheat, but it still tasted delicious. This recipe doesn't make much -- I ate the whole thing for lunch (which is good for me because I'm the only one in the house who'll eat it). I didn't add salt because the bacon and chicken stock had plenty, and I used way more parsley for personal preference. Will definitely make again.

—MEDFORD63

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Nov 09, 2009

The bacon is so good! Doesn't make a whole lot by our American standards, but this could be a main dish for 2 people. Careful about wolfing this down too fast... the buckwheat is SOOOO filling, you could get a tummy ache! Thanks for the great recipe!

—emilyjane928

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Aug 21, 2009

Really good!!! As much as my husband dislike buckwheat, even he admitted that this one is good.

—gella

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Sep 03, 2008

this is pretty good. Definitely a savory side dish. I will make again!

—rmreevesolis

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Dec 11, 2007

so so

—barrannie

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Nutrition

Calories
208 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
25.3 g
8%

Cholesterol
14 mg
5%

Fat
8.7 g
13%

Fiber
2.9 g
11%

Protein
9.3 g
19%

Sodium
753 mg
30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Buckwheat and Bacon Side Dish

Serving Size: 1/2 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 208
Calories from Fat: 78

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.7g 13 %
Saturated Fat 2.3g 12 %
Cholesterol 14mg 5 %
Sodium 753mg 30 %
Potassium 400mg 11 %
Total Carbohydrates 25.3g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 2.9g 11 %
Protein 9.3g 19 %
** Sugars 1.9g
Vitamin A 29 %
Vitamin C 30 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 19 %
** Thiamin 15 %
** Niacin 37 %
** Vitamin B6 18 %
** Magnesium 25 %
** Folate 22 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.