Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

wheat

soaked

2 cup

water

1 cup

honey

3 tbsp

poppy seed

0.5 tbsp

chopped nuts

chopped

Step 1
~5 min

Soak wheat in 2 cups of water for 4 hours.

Step 2
~5 min

Cook the soaked wheat until desired tenderness is achieved.

Step 3
~5 min

While the wheat is cooking, prepare the honey mixture.

Step 4
~5 min

Cook honey with a small amount of water until slightly thickened.

Step 5
~5 min

Add poppy seeds to the honey mixture and stir well.

Step 6
~5 min

Incorporate chopped nuts into the honey-poppy seed mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Once the wheat is cooked, drain any excess water.

Step 8
~5 min

Combine the cooked wheat with the honey-poppy seed-nut mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 10
~5 min

Chill the Kutya in the refrigerator before serving.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve cold.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey.

Toast the nuts before chopping to enhance their flavor.

Add dried fruits like raisins or cranberries for extra sweetness and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mildly sweet
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert or sweet treat.

Accompany with a glass of cold milk or juice.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional dish served during Christmas and other religious holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year
Memorial Feasts

Occasion Tags

Christmas
New Year
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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