Best 7 Roasted Barley Pilaf Recipes

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Are you looking for an easy and flavorful side dish to accompany your next meal? Look no further than roasted barley pilaf. This delightful dish combines the nutty flavor of barley with the aromatic flavors of roasted vegetables and herbs. The result is a satisfying and wholesome dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and nutritious meal that is sure to impress your family and friends. Read on to discover the best recipe for roasted barley pilaf, packed with flavor and goodness.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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.

BARLEY PILAF



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A nice change from potatoes or rice. Serve with meat or fish. From "Cooking a la Heart"- Delicious Heart Healthy Recipes from the Mankato Heart Health Program, 1988.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained (or 4 ounces fresh, sliced)
1 cup pearl barley
3 teaspoons low-sodium instant chicken bouillon granules
3 1/4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bunch fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine in a large saucepan.
  • Stir in onion, celery and mushrooms; saute until tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in barley and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.
  • Add bouillon, water and pepper; heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 45 to 55 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender.
  • Or place barley mixture in covered casserole and bake at 325 degrees until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender.
  • Meanwhile, wash spinach thoroughly.
  • Steam 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir into cooked barley mixture.
  • Cook until heated through.

BARLEY PILAF



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Barley can be found in two forms-hulled and pearled. Pearling removes almost a third of the grain, making it quicker cooking and reducing some nutrients. Hulled barley takes longer to cook but has a higher nutrient content and a pleasant, toothsome chewiness. This pilaf recipe is a simple way to enjoy hulled barley.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup hulled barley
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt
1/2 cup small pieces of broken spaghetti (about 2 ounces)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add the barley and stir until the grains are just coated in butter. Add the broth and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Uncover and quickly stir in the spaghetti; cover and continue to simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed and the barley and spaghetti are tender, stirring once more, about 15 minutes more. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and sprinkle with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 290 milligrams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BARLEY-LEEK PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 1 sliced leek (white and light green parts only) in a pot with olive oil. Add 11/4 cups quick-cooking barley, 3 tablespoons golden raisins, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 2 cups water; bring to a simmer, then cook over medium-low heat, covered, until tender, 12 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes, then toss with some chopped basil and chives, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 150 milligrams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 6 grams

BARLEY PILAF WITH BACON



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"This is a tried-and-true recipe from my days working in an oat-and-barley flour mill," says Lili Hill of Athens, Georgia. Chicken broth, onions and bacon lend wonderful flavor to the fiber-rich grain.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bacon strips, diced
1 cup uncooked pearl barley
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Cool, then refrigerate. , Drain skillet, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings. In drippings, saute barley, onion and mushrooms until barley is lightly browned and vegetables are tender. , Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Stir in broth and pepper. Cover and bake 1 hour. , Stir in bacon; bake 5-10 minutes or until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BARLEY PILAF



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This rice alternative is good with roasted chicken or fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup pearl barley
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boilingsalted water, cook pearl barley until tender but stillal dente, about 35 minutes. Drain in a fine-mesh sieveand rinse with cool water to stop the cooking.
  • In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium-high. Add shallot, minced, and season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Cook until softened, about 2 minutes; add barley and stir to combine. Transfer barley mixture to a largebowl and stir in toasted pine nuts, finely chopped fresh parsley, and freshlemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 7 g

ROAST CHICKEN & BARLEY PILAF



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Make and share this Roast Chicken & Barley Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VickiAk

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (4 lb) whole chickens
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
12 sprigs fresh herbs, such as rosemary, sage, oregano
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced carrot
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup barley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Roast chicken: heat oven to 450°F.
  • Gently lift skin from breast and legs and season with salt and pepper: place some sliced garlic and fresh herbs under skin. Place remaining garlic and herbs in the cavity of the chicken.
  • Place chicken on a rack in a large roasting pan. Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the pan. roast for 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Make Barley Pilaf: Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, over medium heat oil. Add onion, carrot and mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Add broth, barley, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Stirring occasionally. Add a few tablespoons water if mixture becomes too dry.
  • Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes. Remove skin, slice and serve with pilaf.

Tips:

  • Choose the right barley: Use hulled barley for a chewy texture and nutty flavor. For a quicker cooking time, use pearled barley, which has had the outer hull removed.
  • Rinse the barley thoroughly: This helps to remove any impurities and dirt. Rinse the barley in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water for at least 1 minute, or until the water runs clear.
  • Toast the barley before cooking: Toasting the barley in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes enhances its flavor and gives it a slightly smoky aroma.
  • Use a flavorful cooking liquid: Broth or stock adds flavor to the pilaf. For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth. You can also use water, but it will result in a less flavorful dish.
  • Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables like onions, carrots, celery, and mushrooms are popular additions to barley pilaf. You can also add herbs like parsley, thyme, or rosemary for extra flavor.
  • Cook the pilaf until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed: This usually takes about 30-40 minutes. You can check the doneness of the barley by tasting it. It should be slightly chewy but not hard.
  • Fluff the pilaf with a fork before serving: This helps to separate the grains and make the pilaf light and fluffy.
  • Season the pilaf to taste: Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of butter for extra flavor.
  • Serve the pilaf as a side dish or main course: Barley pilaf is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is also a great addition to salads, soups, and stews.

Conclusion:

Roasted barley pilaf is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover barley, and it is also a good source of fiber and protein. With its nutty flavor and chewy texture, roasted barley pilaf is a satisfying and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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