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Grown in the high valleys of Hunza, buckwheat is naturally gluten-free and full of flavour.

By Hammad Tariq · 6 November 2026 · 2 min read

Not wheat at all

Despite its name, buckwheat is a seed, not a grain, so it's naturally gluten-free. If you have coeliac disease, check it hasn't been milled alongside wheat.

Nutrition

  • Plant protein
  • Magnesium, manganese and fibre
  • A nutty, earthy taste

Ways to use it

  • Pancakes with honey
  • Mix 30% into atta for flavourful rotis
  • Traditional Hunza breads and dumplings

This article is general information about nutrition and traditional use, not medical advice. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a health condition, please speak to your doctor first.

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