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Recipe of Kutia
Kutia is a traditional Ukrainian Christmas dish that symbolizes the unity of family and the cycle of life. This sweet wheat berry pudding is a must-have at the festive table. It's easy to prepare and brings warmth to your holiday celebrations.
Recipe Summary
Preparation40 min
Difficulty
Easy
CategoryDesserts
Ingredients
1 cup wheat berries
1/2 cup poppy seeds
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup chopped dried fruits (apricots, raisins, or prunes)
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-3 cups water
Join me and let's see how to make Kutia
Instructions:
Step 1
Rinse the wheat berries and soak them in water for 8 hours or overnight.
Step 2
Drain the soaked wheat berries and transfer them to a large pot. Add 2-3 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1-1.5 hours or until the wheat berries are tender. Drain any excess water.
Step 3
While the wheat berries are cooking, grind the poppy seeds in a food processor or grinder until they are finely ground.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wheat berries, ground poppy seeds, honey, chopped walnuts, dried fruits, slivered almonds, and salt. Mix well.
Step 5
Let the kutia sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Serve kutia at room temperature as a delightful and symbolic dessert during your Ukrainian Christmas celebration. Enjoy!
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Kutia and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Kutia to give a different touch to your preparation.
Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 40 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.