Authentic Ukrainian Kutia. Wheat Porridge, served on Christmas Eve

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are often more affordable and nut-free.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Canned fruits can be less expensive and still add sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is cost-effective.

Soak 2 cups of wheat in water for at least 8 hours, ensuring water covers the grains.

Boil the soaked wheat for about 40 minutes until soft.

Boil 1/2 cup of poppy seeds in water for 20 minutes, draining and soaking in hot water 2-3 times.

Grind the boiled poppy seeds with raw cane sugar until a paste consistency is reached.

Add the cooked wheat to a bowl, keeping some liquid for moisture.

Mix in 1 cup of raisins and 1 cup of chopped walnuts.

Add 1/2 cup of honey and a few drops of vanilla extract to the mixture.

Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

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