Best 8 Barley And Shiitake Mushroom Risotto Recipes

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In the culinary realm, risotto stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of creamy, delectable rice with an array of flavors. Barley and shiitake mushrooms emerge as a captivating pair, bringing forth an earthy, umami-rich dimension that elevates this classic dish to new heights. Embark on a culinary voyage as we unveil the secrets behind crafting the ultimate barley and shiitake mushroom risotto, a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more.

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

SLOW-COOKER MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO



Slow-Cooker Mushroom Barley Risotto image

This entree is vegetarian, but the mushrooms make it hearty enough for non-vegetarians too. The flavors are perfect for the colder weather of fall.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 cups pearl barley
4 sprigs fresh thyme
8 ounces carrots, finely chopped
3 cups lower-sodium vegetable broth
1 ounce Parmesan, grated (2/3 cup)
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 2 minutes. Stir in the barley and thyme and cook, stirring, until the barley is just golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker and add the carrots, broth, 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook on high until the liquid is absorbed and the carrots and barley are tender, about 3 hours.
  • Discard the thyme and stir in the Parmesan, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Thin out the risotto with warm water for desired consistency as needed. Top with parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.

SAFFRON-AND-MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO



Saffron-and-Mushroom Barley Risotto image

Many vegan dishes (like fruit salad and peanut butter and jelly) are already beloved, but the problem faced by many of us is in imagining less-traditional dishes that are interesting and not challenging. Here are some more creative options to try.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Dried porcini mushrooms
Shiitake mushrooms
Saffron
Pearled barley
Onions
White wine
Olive oil
Vegetable stock
Parsley

Steps:

  • Cook a chopped onion in olive oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add 1.5 cups pearled barley and cook, stirring until it's glossy, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add a pinch of saffron, a splash of dry white wine and a handful of dried porcini mushrooms.
  • Stir and let the liquid bubble away on medium heat.
  • Add 4 cups hot vegetable stock, a cup at a time, stirring after each addition and waiting until the mixture is nearly dry before adding the next.
  • Meanwhile, cook a handful of shiitake mushrooms in olive oil until lightly crisped; stir into the barley when it's done and serve garnished with parsley.

BARLEY WITH SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS



Barley with Shiitake Mushrooms image

Categories     Mushroom     Vegetable     Side     Low Fat     Low Cal     High Fiber     Barley     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
2 cups hot water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced, green and white parts reserved separately
1 carrot, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup barley
3 cups canned unsalted chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Steps:

  • Soak mushrooms in 2 cups hot water until tender. Drain mushrooms, reserving water. Trim mushroom stems and discard. Slice mushroom caps. Heat both oils in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add white parts of green onions, carrot and garlic. Sauté until onions are tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and sauté 2 minutes longer. Mix in barley. Add reserved water, 3 cups broth and soy sauce. Simmer until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 45 minutes. Transfer barley to serving dish; garnish with remaining green onion and serve.

MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO



Mushroom Barley Risotto image

I found this on a package of fresh baby bella mushrooms, originally from Bob Greene's "The Best Life Diet." I have not tried this, but it looks yummy and healthy!

Provided by yogiclarebear

Categories     Grains

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups fat free chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 cup pearl barley, sorted and rinsed
1/3 cup white wine
8 ounces portabella mushrooms or 8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Cover and turn off the heat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft. Reduce heat to low.
  • Add barley and stir to coat with oil. Add wine and cook, stirring, until wine is absorbed.
  • Add hot broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and adding more as broth absorbs. (This should take about 30 minutes. You may have broth left over, or you may need to add more to get barley to desired consistency.)
  • Put remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and shallots and saute until mushrooms are golden and shallots are soft.
  • Stir mushroom mixture and basil into barley, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.9, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 557.2, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 7, Sugar 2.5, Protein 7.6

BARLEY 'RISOTTO' WITH TURKEY AND MUSHROOMS



Barley 'Risotto' With Turkey and Mushrooms image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil, or a combination
1/2 cup chopped scallions or onion
1 cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried, or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil, mint, dill or parsley
3 cups any stock or water, warmed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped cooked or raw turkey meat
1/4 pound shiitake mushrooms, caps only, sliced
Chopped parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Put half the butter or oil in a medium to large skillet over medium-high heat. When butter is melted or oil is hot, add scallions or onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add barley and cook, stirring, for a minute or so, until glossy; add herb, liquid and salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Turn heat down to low, cover and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until barley is tender (it will not become very soft) and liquid is absorbed. Meanwhile, heat remaining butter or oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook turkey, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon, then cook mushrooms until crisp in same pan; remove.
  • Check barley's progress: Continue to cook, if necessary, adding a tablespoon or two more liquid if all liquid has been absorbed and barley is not yet tender. Stir in turkey and mushrooms and continue to cook until all is hot and combined, then garnish and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 403, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 736 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MUSHROOM BARLEY "RISOTTO"



Mushroom Barley

Categories     Mushroom     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Parmesan     Barley     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 cup pearl barley
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, or to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart microwave-safe casserole with a tight-fitting lid microwave 1 tablespoon of the butter, uncovered, at high power (100%) for 1 minute, or until it is melted, stir in the mushrooms, the garlic, and the salt, and microwave the mixture, uncovered, at high power for 5 minutes. Add the barley and the water, microwave the mixture, covered, at high power for 12 minutes, and microwave it, covered, at medium power (50%) for 25 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed and the barley is al dente. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, cut into bits, the Parmesan, the parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.

BARLEY MUSHROOM RISOTTO RECIPE



Barley Mushroom Risotto Recipe image

Try one of our favorite comfort foods with a Barley Mushroom Risotto Recipe. This Barley Mushroom Risotto Recipe is an elegant dish they will savor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings, about 2/3 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) shiitake mushroomss, cleaned, chopped
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
3 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
1 cup pearl barley, uncooked
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Melt butter in 6-quart sauce pot on medium-high heat. Add oil, onion and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add mushrooms and thyme; cook and stir 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
  • Stir in broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 45 minutes or until barley is tender. Stir in half the cheese. Sprinkle with remaining cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 8 g

MUSHROOM AND SPINACH BARLEY RISOTTO



Mushroom and Spinach Barley Risotto image

Pearl barley gives this risotto a slightly nutty taste and fantastic texture, with the added benefit of loads of selenium and fibre.

Provided by Nikkei

Categories     Spinach

Time 5h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups barley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cups vegetable stock
200 g button mushrooms, sliced
20 g dried shiitake mushrooms
250 g frozen spinach, thawed undrained
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
pepper

Steps:

  • Place the dried mushroom in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan. Saute onions until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 - 2 minutes.
  • Add the barley and coat with oil.
  • Add stock and bring to the boil.
  • Place barley mix in slow cooker and add mushrooms, including soaking water.
  • Cook on low heat for 4 - 5 hours, stirring occasionally. If barley becomes dry, add a dash of olive oil.
  • When barley is tender, add spinach and mix well.
  • Add parmesan and serve with black pepper.
  • Note: If a slow cooker is not available, simmer barley on the stovetop for 40 minutes until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.5, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 249.1, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 4.1, Protein 17.7

Tips:

  • Use a good quality vegetable broth for the best flavor. You can also use chicken broth if you prefer.
  • Don't overcook the barley. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Add the shiitake mushrooms towards the end of cooking so that they don't get tough.
  • Garnish the risotto with fresh herbs such as parsley, chives, or basil for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the risotto immediately while it is hot and creamy.

Conclusion:

Barley and shiitake mushroom risotto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting risotto recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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