Transcarpathian kuthya
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Zakarpattia wheat kutyia with dried fruits is very simple to make. First, soak the wheat in water overnight. Then cook the wheat. Grind the poppy seeds, chop the nuts and fruits, mix everything together. The ready dessert can be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Wash the wheat and cover with water (2 cups) overnight.
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Step 2
Pour water over the poppy seeds and let them sit overnight.
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Step 3
In the morning, bring the wheat to a boil in the same water and cook until done, but for at least 30 minutes. Rinse under cold water, drain the water, or remove the wheat with a slotted spoon.
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Step 4
Drain the poppy seeds, leaving just a little water. Grind the poppy seeds in a grinder or mortar with a pestle until poppy milk appears.
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Step 5
Add honey and sugar to the poppy seeds, mix until the sugar dissolves.
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Step 6
On a hot skillet, dry roast walnuts for 5 minutes. Break them into small pieces by hand. Pour boiling water over dried fruits and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain the water. Cut the dried fruits into small cubes. Mix the wheat with walnuts, dried fruits, poppy seeds (with honey and sugar).
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Step 7
Zakarpattia wheat kutyia with dried fruits is ready. And Merry Christmas!