Kasha

Kasha is a Belarusian cuisine that can be eaten as a side dish or as a main course. In Belarus, kasha refers to any grain that has been boiled in water or milk. As a result of its popularity in Eastern European countries, kasha is now available as a stand-alone dish.

Buckwheat is the most popular grain in Belarus, however other grains such as wheat or barley can also be used. This is a trait it shares with wild rice, which is not a variety of rice but rather a seed, and quinoa.

When cooking kasha, one of the most common issues is that it can sometimes turn out mushy, indicating that it has been overcooked. To avoid this, use no more than 112 cups liquid per cup of uncooked kasha. It's possible that you'll need even less liquid than that.