Introduction

Buckwheat is in fact, the seed (also known as a pseudo cereal) from the family of ‘Fagopyrum’ plants (knotweed), which are related to rhubarb and sorrel. And despite the name, buckwheat has no connection with wheat either. Which means it’s entirely GLUTEN FREE… So, it’s perfect for a Coeliac diet.In addition to Buckwheat groats (the hulled seeds which are eaten in a similar way to rice), buckwheat is also used (in pure form) to make everything from soba noodles and pasta to flour. Indeed, Buckwheat Flour is a versatile ingredient in the gluten free flour larder, not least because its high protein content offers great structure as well as nutrition. At gluten free Alchemist, it has been used in a whole variety of bakes… From a versatile all-purpose rice-free flour blend and Wholemeal Bread, to pancakes, pastry and  Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.