Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Barley Risotto with Wild Mushrooms, a symphony of earthy flavors and textures. This hearty dish, rooted in Italian tradition, features plump barley grains cooked in a flavorful broth, infused with the essence of wild mushrooms. Each bite unveils a medley of umami-rich notes, complemented by the nutty sweetness of barley. Our recipe guides you through the process of creating this comforting and wholesome dish, perfect for a cozy meal or an elegant dinner party.
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BARLEY RISOTTO WITH MUSHROOMS AND DILL
Nutty pearl barley stands in seamlessly for rice in this hearty risotto starring garlicky sauteed mushrooms and a generous dose of fresh dill.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high. Add mushrooms; season with salt. Cook until browned in places, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute more. Transfer to a plate; reserve skillet for risotto (do not wipe skillet clean).
- In a saucepan, combine broth, 2 cups water, lemon zest, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Meanwhile, heat reserved skillet over medium. Swirl in remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add leeks, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add barley and cook, stirring, until translucent and grains begin to make a popping sound, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in wine; cook until mostly evaporated, about 30 seconds.
- Ladle 1 cup broth mixture into skillet. Stir with a wooden spoon at a moderate speed until most of broth is absorbed and bottom of skillet stays visible for a second or two as you mix, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue ladling broth into skillet, about 1/2 cup at a time (or enough to just cover barley). Stir occasionally, allowing barley to absorb most of broth before adding more. Risotto is ready when barley is tender and creamy and broth has thickened to a rich sauce, 1 hour. (You may not need to use all of broth.)
- Remove from heat. Fold in mushroom mixture, butter, lemon juice, and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Top with dill and more cheese; drizzle with oil and sprinkle with more pepper to serve. If the risotto becomes stiff before serving, stir in more hot broth, a little at a time, until it's loose and creamy.
BARLEY RISOTTO WITH WILD MUSHROOMS
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, side dish
Time 1h20m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the dried cepes and water in a saucepan. Simmer gently over medium heat until reduced to 6 cups, about 20 minutes. Drain through a sieve lined with cheesecloth, pouring the broth into a small saucepan. Finely chop the mushrooms and set aside. Keep the broth warm over low heat.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottom saucepan. Add the fresh mushrooms. Saute over high heat until golden, but not soft, about 3 minutes. Take the mushrooms out of the pan and set aside. Add the shallots and garlic to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the wine. Increase the heat to medium high and simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 minutes. Add the barley and stir. Ladle in 1/2 cup of the hot broth and stir until all the liquid has been absorbed. Continue adding 1/2 cup of broth at a time, stirring until absorbed, until the barley is tender, about 30 minutes. Add both the dried cepes and fresh mushrooms and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Beat in the Parmesan. Divide among 4 bowls, garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 315, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO
Barley replaces rice in this twist on the classic Italian risotto.
Categories Mushroom Side High Fiber Barley Fall Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring chicken stock to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Remove from heat, cover and set aside.
- Melt 2 teaspoons butter in large nonstick skillet over low heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add barley, thyme, bay leaf and 2 cups warm chicken stock; bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until most of stock is absorbed, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Add remaining stock 1/2 cup at a time, allowing stock to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until barley is tender, about 50 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in another large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add mushrooms; sauté until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook until mushrooms are tender, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Mix in parsley and barley mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon risotto into bowls and serve immediately.
BAKED BARLEY RISOTTO WITH MUSHROOMS AND CARROTS
Wholesome and nutty, barley is a superb alternative to arborio rice in this risotto, since it's naturally plump and chewy when cooked. The grated Parmesan and butter stirred in at the end release the barley's starches, creating a silky, creamy texture. Make sure to use pearl barley, not hulled, since it cooks much faster and is more tender. As for the mushrooms, white button, cremini and earthy shiitakes are a tasty, accessible mix, though any combination of oyster, king trumpet and maitake would raise the bar. Still, the best thing about this risotto, which is a satisfying vegetarian weeknight dinner (or side to any large roast or fish) is that it's baked, taking away the pressure of constant stirring at the stove.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, grains and rice, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms start to soften, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in barley, carrot and 4 1/2 cups water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, transfer to the oven and bake until barley is tender and chewy and almost all of the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan and the butter until slightly thickened and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide among shallow bowls. Sprinkle with chives and more Parmesan, to taste.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 505, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 632 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the risotto. Use Arborio or Carnaroli rice, which are specifically designed for risotto and have a high starch content that creates a creamy texture. Choose fresh, flavorful mushrooms and use a well-flavored broth.
- Toast the rice before adding the liquid: This helps to develop the rice's flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy. Toast the rice in a little bit of olive oil or butter until it is golden brown.
- Add the liquid gradually: Do not add all of the liquid at once. Add it in small increments, stirring constantly. This will help the rice to absorb the liquid evenly and prevent it from becoming too soupy.
- Stir constantly: Stirring the risotto constantly helps to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning. It also helps to create a creamy texture.
- Cook the risotto until it is al dente: The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. It should not be mushy.
- Season the risotto to taste: Once the risotto is cooked, season it to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as herbs, cheese, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Barley risotto with wild mushrooms is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little practice, you will be able to make a perfect risotto every time.
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