Kruchenyky with Mushrooms and Buckwheat
Kruchenyky are Ukrainian meat rolls, typically made with thin slices of meat. This variation features a hearty filling of sautéed mushrooms and buckwheat groats, offering a vegetarian-friendly and flavorful option.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 each Large portobello mushrooms(stems removed, caps wiped clean)
- 0.5 cup Buckwheat groats
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 tbsp Butter or vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill(chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse the buckwheat groats and cook them in vegetable broth according to package directions until tender. Set aside.
⏱️ 15-20 minutes - 2
Finely chop the mushroom stems. In a skillet, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and chopped onion, sautéing until softened.
⏱️ 8-10 minutes - 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the cooked buckwheat, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
⏱️ 1 minute - 4
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
⏱️ 10 minutes - 5
Carefully scoop the buckwheat and mushroom filling into the portobello mushroom caps, pressing it down gently.
💡 Tip: Ensure an even distribution of the filling. - 6
Place the stuffed mushroom caps in a baking dish. Mix sour cream with chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Spoon this mixture over the filling in each mushroom cap.
💡 Tip: This will create a creamy topping as it bakes. - 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the topping is lightly golden.
⏱️ 20-25 minutes - 8
Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra fresh dill if desired.
💡 Tip: Serve hot as a main course or a substantial side dish.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓If you can't find portobello mushrooms, large regular mushrooms can be used, but you might need to adjust the baking time.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of soy sauce to the mushroom and onion sauté.
- ✓Ensure the buckwheat is cooked al dente, not mushy, for the best texture in the filling.
🔄 Variations
- Add a layer of cheese (like Gruyere or Swiss) on top of the sour cream mixture before baking.
- For a meatier version, you can add finely ground cooked pork or beef to the buckwheat filling.
- Incorporate other vegetables like finely diced bell peppers or zucchini into the filling.