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Щедра кутя

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Number of servings: 4Cooking time: 1 hDifficulty: EasyMeal: Dinner

Generous kutia is not just a dish, it is a whole tradition in Ukrainian culture. This dish is prepared for holidays when the whole family gets together. The aromas of freshly cooked wheat, honey notes and nutty flavours bring everyone together at the table.


Variations

In different regions of Ukraine, kutia may contain different ingredients, such as dried fruit or even poppy seeds.


Secrets of tenderness and taste

To make kutia especially tender, it is important to prepare the wheat grains correctly. Rinse thoroughly and cook until soft.


Tips on ingredients

Choose only high-quality ingredients: honey, nuts and raisins should be fresh.


Small culinary nuances

For a special aroma, you can add a few spoonfuls of vanilla or a vanilla pod directly during the cooking process.

Ingredients

Holm's Wheat Winter Christmas Corner #1 400g

200 g

Pasika Acacia Honey 250g

100 ml

Walnut

50 g

Almond Light Raisins 150g

50 g

Ashan Non-carbonated Drinking Water 1.5l

500 ml

Preparation steps

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Prepare the wheat — Rinse the wheat and cook until soft. ⏱ 30 min. Guide: the grains should be soft.

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Prepare the ingredients — Soak the raisins and roast the nuts. ⏱ 10 min. Guideline: the nuts should turn golden brown.

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Mixing — Mix the wheat, raisins, nuts and honey. ⏱ 10 min. Guideline: the ingredients should be completely combined.

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Serving — Transfer the kutia to a large bowl. ⏱ 10 min. Guideline: the aroma should be unforgettable.

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Tip To give the dish a special colour, you can add a few cranberries or pomegranate seeds.