If you are trying to include more whole grains in your diet, barley is a hearty option. This versatile grain can be ground into flour or fermented to make beer. Barley malt, a thick sweetener similar in taste and texture to molasses, is a more healthful alternative to white sugar with a lower glycemic index. One way to include more barley in your diet is to pan-fry it and serve it as a side dish or topped with vegetables.
Step 1
Rinse 1 cup barley, and soak it in a bowl of water overnight.
Step 2
Boil 3 cups water and add the soaked barley. Simmer it for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.
Step 3
Melt 2 tbsp. butter in a frying pan. If you are using onion, chop as much as you like and saute it in the butter until tender.
Step 4
Add the barley to the pan. Fry it for 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
Things You'll Need
- 1 cup barley
- Saucepan
- 2 tbsp. butter
- Frying pan
- Chopped onion, optional
- Salt and pepper, optional
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