Best 11 Toasted Barley With Mushrooms Recipes

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Indulge in the earthy flavors of toasted barley paired with savory mushrooms in this delectable dish. Toasted Barley with Mushrooms is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. The barley is toasted to bring out its nutty flavor, and then cooked with mushrooms, onions, and garlic. The result is a dish that is both hearty and satisfying. This recipe is also versatile, as you can add other vegetables or proteins to create a customized meal. If you are looking for a vegetarian main course or a flavorful side dish, this recipe is sure to please. Additionally, the article offers a collection of tantalizing recipes that explore the culinary potential of barley, including Barley Risotto with Roasted Vegetables, Barley Salad with Grilled Shrimp, and Barley and Lentil Soup. Each recipe showcases the unique texture and nutty flavor of barley, combined with an array of fresh ingredients and bold seasonings. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide an exciting opportunity to expand your culinary repertoire and savor the goodness of barley.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE



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A dear friend shared this recipe with me years ago. My family enjoys it with meat dishes as a substitute for potatoes. It's great to take to a potluck for a dish to pass, but be prepared to also pass along the recipe! -Melba Cleveland, Groveland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup medium pearl barley
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3 to 3-1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute barley and onion in butter for 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Transfer to an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Stir in the mushrooms, almonds, soup mix and parsley. Add 3 cups broth. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until barley is tender, adding more broth if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TOASTED BARLEY WITH MUSHROOMS



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Make and share this Toasted Barley With Mushrooms recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mrsspeevs

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup barley
4 cups boiling water
2 beef bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons margarine
1/4 lb mushroom
1/8 cup scallion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon thyme
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Toast the barley - shaking the pan occasionally so it doesn't burn.
  • Add the barley to the water.
  • Add the bouillion and boil for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, saute the mushrooms, scallions, and garlic for 3-5 minutes.
  • Drain the barley.
  • Add barley to mushrooms and season with salt, thyme, and pepper to taste.
  • Cook an additional 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.3, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 706.6, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.2

TOASTED BARLEY SALAD WITH RED BELL PEPPER, CORN AND GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup pearl barley
1 1/2 cups canned vegetable broth
1 large poblano chili or green bell pepper
1 small red bell pepper
2 large plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Nonstick olive oil spray
4 large portobello mushrooms, stemmed, dark gills scraped away
24 large spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Place barley in heavy large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until pale golden, shaking pan occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add broth to pan and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until barley is tender and broth is absorbed, about 35 minutes. Uncover and let barley cool. Char poblano and red bell pepper over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and dice poblano and red bell pepper. Place barley, poblano and red bell pepper in large bowl. Add tomatoes and next 5 ingredients; toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Spray mushrooms with nonstick spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to work surface; slice thinly. Arrange 6 spinach leaves on each of 4 plates. Top with barley salad. Arrange 1 sliced mushroom alongside each salad. Serve while mushrooms are still warm.

MUSHROOM BARLEY AND ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup pearl barley, rinsed
2 sprigs fresh thyme, plus 1 tablespoon minced leaves
3 stems fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus 1/3 cup chopped leaves
1 bay leaf
2 lemons, zest peeled in large strips
10 ounces button mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for cooking the asparagus
1/2 medium shallot, minced
2 bunches medium asparagus, woody stems trimmed (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Put the barley in a medium pot with water to cover by a few inches and salt it generously. Tie the thyme sprigs, parsley stems, and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot, along with the lemon peel. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and remove the herbs and lemon.
  • Meanwhile, toss the mushrooms with 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in a large bowl. Whisk the remaining lemon juice with the mustard, remaining salt, and pepper, to taste, in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick vinaigrette. Add the shallots.
  • Toss the mushrooms, barley, and the dressing together. Stir in the chopped herbs. Set aside at room temperature for about 1 hour for the flavors to come together.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Spread the spears in a single layer in a shallow baking pan, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and roll to coat thoroughly. Roast the asparagus until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes, giving the pan a good shake about halfway through.
  • Spread the roasted asparagus on a serving platter. Spoon the barley salad on top and serve.
  • Per Serving: Calories: 258; Total Fat: 14 grams; Saturated Fat: 2 grams; Protein: 7 grams; Total carbohydrates: 29 grams; Sugar: 4 grams; Fiber: 8 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 689 milligrams

MUSHROOM BARLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 sliced onions in 2 tablespoons olive oil until caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes. Saute 3/4 pound sliced cremini mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter. Cook 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking barley in chicken broth as the label directs, then toss with the mushrooms, onions, some dill and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

TOASTED BARLEY SALAD WITH RED BELL PEPPER, CORN AND GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Herb     Mushroom     Pepper     Tomato     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Low/No Sugar     Barley     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup pearl barley
1 1/2 cups canned vegetable broth
1 large poblano chili or green bell pepper
1 small red bell pepper
2 large plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Nonstick olive oil spray
4 large portobello mushrooms, stemmed, dark gills scraped away
24 large spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Place barley in heavy large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until pale golden, shaking pan occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add broth to pan and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until barley is tender and broth is absorbed, about 35 minutes. Uncover and let barley cool.
  • Char poblano and red bell pepper over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and dice poblano and red bell pepper.
  • Place barley, poblano and red bell pepper in large bowl. Add tomatoes and next 5 ingredients; toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Spray mushrooms with nonstick spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to work surface; slice thinly.
  • Arrange 6 spinach leaves on each of 4 plates. Top with barley salad. Arrange 1 sliced mushroom alongside each salad. Serve while mushrooms are still warm.

ROASTED MUSHROOM AND BARLEY GRAVY



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This vegetarian gravy is layered with bold flavors - from the onions to the roasted mushrooms and barley - each of which makes a real statement. Even our carnivorous food editors agree it's one of the best gravies they've ever tasted.

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 lb portabella mushrooms
1/2 lb fresh shiitake mushrooms
1/2 lb white mushrooms
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons pearl barley
1 large onion, left unpeeled
2 celery ribs with leaves
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
8 cups water
2 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Twist off and reserve stems from portabellas. Using a paring knife, scrape off and discard gills from underside of portabella caps, then cut caps into 1-inch pieces. Cut off and reserve stems from shiitakes, then quarter shiitakes and white mushrooms. Toss portabella, shiitake, and white mushrooms (but not reserved stems) with 2 tablespoons oil and spread in a 17- by 11-inch flameproof roasting pan. Roast in upper third of oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, spread barley in a shallow baking pan and roast in lower third of oven, stirring occasionally, 1 hour (barley will be dark brown and smell burned after about 10 minutes, but don't worry - just continue roasting).
  • While mushrooms and barley roast, peel onion, reserving skin, and coarsely chop onion. Trim celery, reserving trimmings and leaves, and coarsely chop celery. Bring onion skin, celery trimmings, mushroom stems, bay leaf, and 7 cups water to a boil in a 4-quart pot, then reduce heat and simmer 40 minutes.
  • Add hot roasted barley to broth, then remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-quart glass measure, pressing hard on and then discarding solids (you will have about 6 cups broth).
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté onion, celery, and thyme, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are golden, about 15 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently, until paste is very thick, about 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute. Stir in roasted mushrooms (reserve roasting pan) and strained broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Straddle mushroom-roasting pan across 2 burners and add remaining cup water, then deglaze pan by boiling over high heat, stirring and scraping up any brown bits, 1 minute. Pour into mushroom mixture and stir in salt and pepper, then simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Purée in 2 batches in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids). Force through fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids. Season with salt and pepper.

BARLEY AND MUSHROOMS



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I serve this with baked chicken, particularly when we want a change from rice dishes.-Carol Funk, Richard, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and mushrooms in butter until tender. Add water, bouillon, salt and pepper; mix well. bring to a boil. Add barley and parsley. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 80-90 minutes or until the barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

BAKED BARLEY RISOTTO WITH MUSHROOMS AND CARROTS



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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

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small white or yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 pound mixed mushrooms, such as white button, cremini and shiitakes, halved if small, quartered if large (about 7 cups total)
Kosher salt and black pepper
10 ounces pearl barley (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium carrot, very thinly sliced into rounds (about 1 cup)
2 ounces grated Parmesan (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped chives

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

HERBY BARLEY SALAD WITH BUTTER-BASTED MUSHROOMS



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Any chewy grain, such as wheat berries, farro, or even brown rice, can replace the barley.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Herb     Barley     Vegetarian     Thanksgiving     Side     Kid-Friendly     Quick and Healthy     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup hulled, hull-less, or pearl barley
Kosher salt
2 shallots, thinly sliced into rings
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 oz. mushrooms (such as maitake, chanterelle, and/or oyster), torn or cut into large pieces
Freshly ground black pepper
2 sprigs thyme
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 ounces Parmesan, shaved, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook barley in a medium pot of boiling salted water until tender, 50-60 minutes for hulled or hull-less, 20-30 minutes for pearl. Drain; spread out on a baking sheet and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, cook shallots in vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, swirling pan occasionally to keep shallots from burning, until golden brown, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shallots to paper towels to drain; season with salt. Let cool. Set shallot cooking oil aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until just beginning to smoke. Arrange mushrooms in skillet in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until undersides are golden brown, about 3 minutes. Season mushrooms with salt and pepper, toss, and continue to cook, tossing often and reducing heat as needed to avoid scorching, until golden brown all over, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add thyme sprigs, garlic, and butter to skillet. Tip skillet toward you so butter pools at edge and use a spoon to baste mushrooms with foaming butter; cook until butter smells nutty. Using a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to a small bowl, leaving thyme and garlic behind.
  • Toss cooled barley, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, 1 1/2 oz. Parmesan, and 2 Tbsp. reserved shallot oil in a large bowl to combine; season with salt and pepper. Add mushrooms; toss again to combine.
  • Just before serving, top with fried shallots and more shaved Parmesan.
  • Do ahead
  • Barley can be cooked 1 day ahead. Let cool; store airtight and chill. Dish can be made 3 hours ahead; store tightly wrapped at room temperature.

ROASTED BARLEY PILAF



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Pan-roasting the barley gives it a rich, nutty flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
2 shallots, minced
1/4 pound white or wild mushrooms, sliced
2 cups Homemade Chicken Stock, or canned low-sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat, or water
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a heavy, medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add barley and cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. The barley should start to brown and give off an aroma.
  • Add shallots, and cook for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, and cook until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Add stock and salt. Bring to a boil; then turn down heat to a bare simmer. Cover, and cook for 45 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir well, season with pepper and more salt, if needed, and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of mushrooms. This will add depth of flavor to your dish. Some good options include cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the mushrooms, make sure to give them enough space so that they can brown properly. If you overcrowd the pan, the mushrooms will steam instead of brown.
  • Cook the mushrooms until they are tender. This will ensure that they have a good texture and flavor. You should cook the mushrooms until they are soft and slightly browned.
  • Season the mushrooms to taste. Once the mushrooms are cooked, season them with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. You can also add a splash of white wine or soy sauce for extra flavor.
  • Serve the mushrooms immediately. Toasted barley with mushrooms is best served immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the barley is still warm and the mushrooms are still tender.

Conclusion:

Toasted barley with mushrooms is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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