To Poikilopoleio buckwheat seeds, also known as black wheat or grechka, come from Fagopyrum esculentum. Cook them in water until it is absorbed. Enjoy them with milk, as a side dish with meat, or in salads. They can also be used as flour for baked goods.

To prepare, first rinse the seeds in a sieve, then boil them in twice their volume of water. Add spices...