Buckwheat

Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum), commonly known as kuttu in India, is a widely cultivated type of millet popularly used during the Navratri fasting period. Originating approximately around the 6th millennium BCE in what is now Yunnan Province, southwestern China, buckwheat has evolved into a versatile crop appreciated for its unique qualities. This herbaceous annual plant typically reaches heights of about 60 centimetres, characterised by its red stems and eye-catching pink and white flowers reminiscent of knotweeds. Known for its distinctive nutty and earthy taste with a subtle bitter note, buckwheat thrives as a short-season crop particularly suited to low-fertility or acidic soils. Beyond its culinary uses, buckwheat has found its way into the pet food industry, serving as a key component in many grain-free dog treats and foods.

Nutrient content per 100 gram: Calories: 343 Water: 10% Protein: 13.3 grams Sugar: 0 grams Carbs: 71.5 grams Fibre: 10 grams Fat: 3.4 gram