Pearl barley recipes
Find out how to use this versatile grain with Good Food's highest-rated pearl barley recipes, including risottos, salads, soups and stews.
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Creamy pea & chive risotto
Pearl barley is rich in calcium, minerals, iron and potassium, and that's just to start with. Make the most of it with this creamy risotto
Indian winter soup
This warming winter soup is high in fibre, low in fat and can be frozen for ultimate convenience
Hearty mushroom soup
A satisfying and low-fat vegetarian soup that's a good source of folic acid
Vegetable stew with herby dumplings
The pearl barley makes this stew really hearty - perfect for a cold winter evening
Irish stew
The trick with this classic one-pot is to use a cheaper cut of meat, which means you’ll skimp on price but not quality
Sort-of Scotch broth
An alternative take on the Highland soup with stewed lamb, cabbage and pearl barley
Slow cooker lamb stew
Middle neck or scrag end of lamb are flavoursome cuts and perfect for braising in this traditional slow cooked Irish stew. It contains filling pearl barley, too
Roasted squash, pancetta & chestnut risotto
Upping the veg and swapping rice for pearl barley makes a hearty winter warmer that's full of flavour and healthy too. Scatter with Parmesan and enjoy!
