Pearl Barley Pilaf

Pearl barley is a nutritious whole grain that is rich in fiber and provides various health benefits. It has been consumed for centuries and is a staple ingredient in many traditional dishes around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Pearl Barley Pilaf

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Pearl Barley
• 2 cups Vegetable Broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Green Peas
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the pearl barley under cold water.
2. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and golden.
4. Add diced carrot and cook for a few minutes.
5. Add pearl barley, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the barley with the spices.
6. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Stir in green peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Fluff the pilaf with a fork and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
11. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.