Barley, an ancient grain, is a culinary delight often overlooked in modern cooking. This versatile ingredient offers a nutty flavor and chewy texture that pairs well with various dishes. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the world of barley, exploring its nutritional benefits and showcasing a collection of delectable recipes that highlight its unique charm. From hearty soups and stews to refreshing salads and pilafs, our selection caters to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. Discover the versatility of barley as we embark on a culinary journey that promises both taste and nourishment.
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INSTANT POT® BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP
Loaded with veggies, this is a stick-to-your-ribs soup cooked in the Instant Pot®. Serve with lots of crusty bread and enjoy!
Provided by Bren
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Barley Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Generously season beef with salt and pepper.
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil and tilt the pot to distribute the oil evenly. Once oil shimmers, add 1/2 the beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer browned beef to a bowl and repeat with remaining beef.
- Heat another tablespoon oil in the Instant Pot®; when oil shimmers, add mushrooms. Cook mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until slightly brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms to the bowl with the beef. Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the pot and cook carrots, onions, and celery until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits, and cook until wine has almost evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Return browned beef and mushrooms to the pot. Stir in barley, tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, bouillon base, red pepper flakes, and beef broth. Stir until well combined.
- Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove and discard bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 343.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
INSTANT POT® WILD RICE AND BARLEY PILAF
This Instant Pot® wild rice pilaf is hearty and earthy and pairs well with pork or chicken.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and let heat for 1 minute. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until onion is soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, dill, and oregano; cook for 1 minute. Hit Cancel.
- Stir chicken broth and wild rice into the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 2 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in barley and peas, put the lid back on, and let sit for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and let sit until barley is tender and mixture has thickened, about 5 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 626.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CROCK POT BEEF BARLEY SOUP
This is a really easy and good soup. Add more beef broth if looking for a very beefy taste and thicken up with cornstarch & beef broth. My family just loves this dish and ask for it frequently. The main thing to remember is to NOT STIR the soup until close to the end of cooking time.
Provided by Chippie1
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 10h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Layer in crock pot.
- Vegetables and meat.
- Barley, beef broth, and spices.
- Cover with water.
- DO NOT STIR.
- Cook on low 10 hours; high 6 hours, or combination of above.
INSTANT POT® VEGAN VEGETABLE AND BARLEY SOUP
Barley, zucchinis, carrots, tomatoes, and corn combine to make this hearty, versatile, filling vegan soup that is just so easy to make in your Instant Pot®.
Provided by Fioa
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine vegetable broth, barley, tomatoes, carrots, celery, zucchini, onion, corn, bay leaves, salt, sugar, pepper, and garlic powder in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1116.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
FIESTA CHICKEN WITH BARLEY AND BROWN RICE (CROCK POT)
I came up with this when I couldn't decide between chicken cacciatore or something more Tex-Mex. I also wanted a "real" meal without having to work too hard at it. We really enjoyed this. Other cuts of chicken can be used, although I recommend staying away from boneless skinless breasts because I think they tend to dry out in a slow cooker. Since every one's crock pots heat differently and grains can be tricky to cook in a CP, you may have to fool a little bit with the timing on the rice and barley. You could also make that separately and just add it in at serving time. Cooked the way I did it, it almost had a risotto-like texture to it.
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 7h20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with pepper and lightly brown in a large nonstick skillet, 5 minutes on each side.
- Place onion, chipotle pepper, and garlic in the crock pot, followed by the chicken.
- Pour tomato juice over the chicken.
- Sprinkle chicken with cumin, chili powder, and more black pepper.
- Pour canned tomatoes & green chilis over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
- Remove chicken, and stir uncooked rice and barley into the slow cooker (check the dryness at this time, too, and add some water or other liquid in if you need to).
- Place chicken back on top and continue to cook on low for 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 more hours until grains are tender but not overdone.
- Serve with cheese and sour cream, if desired.
VEGETABLE-BEEF BARLEY SOUP (CROCK POT)
This has been a favorite in our home for many years. Great on those cold winter days. Serve with fresh homemade rolls for a complete meal.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Meat
Time 8h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Rinse the frozen vegetables under cold running water to separate and partially thaw before adding to soup.
- Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 hours or until vegetables and barley are tender.
HAMBURGER BARLEY STEW (CROCK POT)
Easy to throw together for a cold, rainy day. Nice and filling when served with a crusty loaf of bread. ETA--often I make this with beef broth instead of the water and bouillon cubes, and I'll often add a can of canned corn as well.
Provided by helowy
Categories Stew
Time 5h15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Dissolve the bouillon in the water.
- Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or high for 4.5-5 hours.
CROCK POT LENTIL VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by DreiFromBK
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- As with all crock pot recipes, this is a breeze to put together. Dice and layer all the veggies, and top with the grains, liquids and the spices (except the basil). The order I used was: onions and bell peppers, squash and carrots, lentils, peas, and barley, diced tomatoes and broth, salt, pepper, sugar, and finally the extra water. Set the crock pot on low for eight hours or on high for four hours. The lentils, peas, and barley will absorb a lot of water, so you may need to add even more extra (unless you like a nice thick soup like I do-then you will be very pleased when you arrive home from class!). Top with a sprinkle of basil and some pepper and enjoy!
WEIGHT WATCHERS CROCK POT BEEF,BARLEY AND ROOT VEGETABLE SOUP
2 1/3 cup = 5 points. From WW Slow Good Cookbook. If refrigerated for more than a day, barley may absorb some liquid. You can add broth or water when reheated. The soup has enough flavor so it will not dilute the taste. You can sub celeriac and rutabaga in the veggie mix- Just keep the broth to root veggie ratio about the same.
Provided by Antifreesz
Time 5h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven 450 degrees.
- Combine turnips, onions, carrots, parsnip and barley on a large nonstick baking sheet.
- Roast on lower oven rack, stirring occasionally until tender and browned,about 30 minutes.
- On another baking sheet arrange beef in single layer and roast on upper oven rack, turning twice until browned about 20 minutes.
- Transfer beef and veggies to a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker.
- Add bay leaves, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Pour broth and water over beef and veggies.
- Cover and cook until the beef and veggies are fork tender, about 4-5 hours on high or 8 to 10 hours on low.
- Discard the bay leaves and garlic.
- Stir in parsley.
CROCK POT BEEF BARLEY MUSHROOM SOUP
I copied this recipe from one of Gordon Ramsay's cookbooks. I really enjoyed this. I chopped the mushroom finely in my food processor as my DD will not eat mushroom unless they are pulverized and there are a lot of mushrooms in this recipe. You can do all the prep the night before, then just throw everything in the crockpot before going to work and come back to a nice batch of soup. Prep Time includes soaking of dehydrated mushrooms.
Provided by queenbeatrice
Categories Mushroom Soup
Time 8h45m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine dried mushrooms with hot water, let stand 30 minutes. Strain through a sieve lined with paper towel, reserving liquid. Remove stems. Pat dry and chop finely. Set mushrooms and liquid aside, separately.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add beef, celery, onion and reserved mushrooms; cook, stirring for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, pepper and five spice; cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add fresh mushrooms and barley; toss to coat. Add stock and reserved mushroom liquid; bring to a boil over high heat. Transfer to slow cooker stoneware.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until barley is tender. Stir in soy sauce.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with green onions.
INSTANT POT® BARLEY RISOTTO WITH SWEET POTATO AND SAUSAGE
This recipe can be vegetarian by simply not including the sausage and using vegetable stock instead of beef stock. It's delicious either way!
Provided by peloquinswife
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), select Saute function, and add oil. Add onion to the hot oil and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add sausage, barley, sweet potato, garlic, and rosemary; mix to combine. Pour in beef stock. Close and lock the lid.
- Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 737.9 calories, Carbohydrate 83.8 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 15.2 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1128.8 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP (CROCK POT)
This was an easy and delicious weeknight supper which was changed slightly for my family's tastes from a recipe from the local newspaper (which was adapted from Slow & Easy Recipes) Edited recipe per a review stating what to do with the beef.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Vegetable
Time 11h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a food processor puree tomatoes.
- In a large skillet over medium high heat heat the oil and then add the onions, beef, tomato paste, thyme and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Saute for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in wine.
- Put mixture in crock pot.
- Stir in pureed tomatoes, broths, carrots, cabbage, soy sauce and barley.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook on low for 9-11 hours.
- Stir in parsley.
BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP WITH MUSHROOMS FOR THE CROCK POT!
This is a hearty soup. Serve with crusty bread and a tossed salad for the perfect meal! Variation: Instead of finishing the soup with sour cream and dill, ladle into ovenproof bowls. Place a slice or two of a baguette in each bowl. Sprinkle liberally with shredded swiss cheese and broil for 2 to 3 minutes.
Provided by Shannon 24
Categories Grains
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a heatproof bowl, soak dried mushrooms in boiling water for 30 minutes, then strain through a fine sieve, reserving liquid. Chop mushrooms finely and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add beef and cook, stirring, until lightly browned. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to slow cooker.
- Add onions, celery and carrots to pan and cook, stirring until softened. Add garlic, salt, peppercorns, thyme and bay leaf and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add barley and stir until coated. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth and reserved mushroom liquid and bring to a boil. Transfer to slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Discard bay leaf. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sour cream and dill.
INSTANT POT® CHICKEN AND BARLEY
This is so simple, but my family LOVES this meal.
Provided by peloquinswife
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil, onions, celery, and bell peppers to the pot; saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and , pepper and add to the pot. Add tomatoes, pearl barley, chicken stock, and thyme. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove chicken onto a cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Return to the pot and stir to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 665 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
CROCK-POT BARLEY CASSEROLE
Taken from busycooks.about.com. This delicious and healthy crockpot recipe can be served as a vegetarian main dish or a side dish.
Provided by Sam 3
Categories Vegetable
Time 6h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except pine nuts in a 3-4 quart slow cooker (do NOT use a larger crockpot).
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until barley and vegetables are tender.
- Sprinkle with nuts just before serving.
BARLEY BEEF STROGANOFF (CROCK POT)
Make and share this Barley Beef Stroganoff (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jonesies
Categories Easy
Time 7h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place broth, barley, mushrooms, marjoram and pepper in slow cooker.
- Cover; cook on LOW 6 to 7 hours.
- Brown beef 6 to 8 minutes in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring to break up the meat.
- Drain fat.
- Add celery and green onions; cook and stir 3 minutes.
- Combine beef mixture and half-and-half in in slow cooker.
- Cover; cook on HIGH 10 to 15 minutes or until beef is hot and vegetables are tender.
- Serve with parsley garnish.
- Serve over cooked noodles if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 44.1, Sodium 61, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 16
CROCK POT MUSHROOM, BARLEY & PARSLEY CHOWDER
This is based on a recipe from Sunset's Crockery Cook Book. Its introduction says, "The cooking of Hungary provides the inspiration for this first-course vegetable soup, rich with the color, flavor, and aroma of paprika."
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Chowders
Time 6h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine mushrooms, garlic, and onion in a 3-quart electric slow cooker.
- Sprinkle paprika over mushroom mixture.
- Cut up tomatoes and add them along with their liquid to the pot.
- Add broth, water, barley, and vinegar to cooker.
- Cover and cook at low setting until barley is very tender (6 to 7 hours).
- Before serving, stir parsley into soup.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
NIF'S CROCK POT BEEF BARLEY SOUP
A tasty, healthy crock pot recipe that you will love to come home to on those chilly days. This is also a great meal to freeze in individual servings to take to work or school. I like to actually rinse the ground beef after it's browned. It is extra lean, but I always think if you can lower the fat and it still tastes great, then why not? Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Meat
Time 5h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in crock pot and stir.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
- Remove the bay leaf and enjoy with a crusty roll.
SLOW COOKER/ CROCK POT CREAM OF PORTABELLA BARLEY SOUP
I just found this in a slow cooker cookbook and it is slow cooking in my crockpot as I type lol! The house smells wonderful so I'm hoping this soup tastes just as good as it smells. It is a very easy recipe to throw together, great for a fall day!
Provided by my3girlz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 8h7m
Yield 4 bowls, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sauté mushrooms and onions over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer to crock pot.
- Stir in broth, barley, sherry, sage, garlic and white pepper.
- Cover and cook on low until the barley is tender, 6 to 8 hours (or high 4 to 6 hours).
- Stir in the milk and cook until hot 15 to 30 minutes.
- Ladle into bowl, garnish with parsley and serve!
WINE, BARLEY, AND BEEF (CROCK POT STYLE)
YUMMMMY is what I say. I found this recipe in a cookbook, liked it but wanted something better. So I adapted this recipe after playing with it. Here is what I came up with.
Provided by Chef1MOM-Connie
Time 4h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- in skillet heat oil and toss in stew meat to sear.
- drain oil and toss into crock pot.
- add in all other ingredients except parsley.
- stir.
- cover and cook on low 9-10 hours, high 4-5 hours.
- before serving add parsley, stir.
- serve with salad, crusty bread, and a hard cheese.
- NOTE! Crock pots cook differently, newer ones cook hotter. Please check at initial times for low and high.
- ***Searing meat is optional, I have had to toss everything in before work without searing and it came out well.
Tips:
- Choose the right barley: For pot barley, use hulled barley, which has had the outer hull removed but still retains its bran layer. This gives it a chewy texture and nutty flavor.
- Rinse the barley: Before cooking, rinse the barley in cold water to remove any dust or debris.
- Use the right liquid: Water is the most common liquid used to cook barley, but you can also use broth or stock for a more flavorful dish.
- Cook the barley properly: Barley takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to cook. Once it is cooked, it should be tender and chewy, with a slight bite to it.
- Season the barley: Once the barley is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
- Use barley in a variety of dishes: Barley can be used in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, salads, and pilafs. It can also be used as a side dish or as a breakfast cereal.
Conclusion:
Pot barley is a versatile and nutritious grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. With its chewy texture and nutty flavor, pot barley is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.
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