Barley Porridge
Pearl barley porridge is a delicious and flavorful porridge with amazing texture. It’s a great alternative to oatmeal, and can be made ahead for future meals.
Servings: 2
Calories: 185kcal
Cost: Cheap
Ingredients
- ½ cup pearl barley (112 g)
- 1 ½ cup water
- ½ cup almond milk
Instructions
- Add the barley, water and milk to a pot on medium heat.
- Leave it to boil until the barley has softened and all the liquid is absorbed. This typically takes 40-50 minutes.
Notes
Is this recipe allergy friendly? – Always consult the nutrition labels of the ingredients you use to ensure that they comply with your dietary requirements. This recipe is typically nut free, dairy free, egg free and soy free.
Can I make this this porridge with barley flakes? – Absolutely! Using barley flakes will result in a creamier porridge, similar to oatmeal. They also cook a lot faster than whole barley pearls.
Leftovers
Leftover barley porridge can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 6 months. Serve the porridge cold, or reheat it in a microwave or on the stove top.Top tips
Here are my best advice to get this recipe perfect:- If you want a really sweet porridge, you can add some honey or maple syrup.
- Leave the porridge to cook on medium heat. If the temperature is too high, the barley will not cook through.
- After the liquid has absorbed, do a taste test. If the barley still feels too hard, add some water and leave it to cook for a little longer.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg