Buckwheat Porridge in a Multicooker with Water
The most nutritious, aromatic, and fluffy dish for the whole family! Buckwheat porridge cooked in a multicooker turns out incredibly tasty because it’s not just boiled but also gently steamed like in an oven. Depending on the water amount, you can make it either creamy or crumbly.
Updated : 11 July, 2025
Easy
About 20 min.
Ingredients
1 cup
Buckwheat
2 cup
Water
20 grams
Butter
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
You can increase the amount of water (but not reduce it). The 1:2 ratio is for fluffy porridge. For creamier porridge, use 1:2.5 or more - find your ideal ratio by experimenting.
Step 2
First, sort through the buckwheat. Even expensive, seemingly clean buckwheat can contain black grains. They don't cook well and remain hard. Spread a small portion on the table and smooth it with your hand. Remove debris and black grains. Repeat with all buckwheat.
Step 3
Rinse the buckwheat well in several changes of water. The water will be cloudy at first and should run clear after a few rinses. It’s best to use a fine mesh sieve - some grains may wash away if you rinse in a bowl.
Step 4
Place the rinsed buckwheat into the multicooker bowl. Add the required amount of water. Salt to taste. For a 200 ml (6.8 oz) cup of groats, I add ½ teaspoon of salt, but adjust to your taste. You can also add a bit of sugar to enhance the flavor.
Step 5
Close the multicooker lid and select the program suitable for buckwheat. On my model, it’s called “Buckwheat”; others may call it “Grain.” If your model requires manual time setting, set it to 30 minutes.
Step 6
After the cooking signal, open the lid and add a bit of butter (optional, especially for dietary or vegan versions). Stir the porridge and close the lid again. If your multicooker has a “Keep Warm” function, let the porridge sit for another 30 minutes. If not, just keep the lid closed for 10–15 minutes.
Step 7
Serve the porridge as a main dish or as a side. Enjoy your meal!