Pearl Barley 1kg

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Recipe for Pearl Barley

Creamy Mushroom & Pearl Barley Risotto (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed

• 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock (keep warm)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 250g mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced

• ½ cup dry white wine (optional, substitute with extra stock)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté aromatics – Heat olive oil in a large pan. Cook onion until soft (~5 mins), then add garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until mushrooms brown (~7 mins).

2. Toast barley – Add pearl barley, stir for 1–2 mins to lightly toast.

3. Deglaze – Pour in wine (if using), simmer until mostly evaporated.

4. Simmer – Add 1 cup warm stock, stir frequently. Once absorbed, repeat in ½-cup increments until barley is tender (~25–30 mins total).

5. Finish – Stir in butter, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve hot!

Variations:

✔ Barley Soup – Simmer with carrots, celery, and thyme in broth.
✔ Mediterranean Barley Salad – Toss cooled barley with cucumber, feta, olives, and lemon dressing.
✔ Breakfast Barley Porridge – Cook with milk, cinnamon, and honey.

Pearl barley is high in fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants, making it a deliciously healthy choice. Enjoy