Simple Barley Pilaf
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Simple Barley Pilaf
Description
This barley pilaf recipe starts by browning pearl barley in butter alongside minced garlic, chopped onions, and optional pine nuts or almonds, lending a toasty, fragrant base. Transferring this mixture to a baking dish and combining with salted and peppered chicken broth allows the barley to slowly absorb liquid and flavors in the oven. Baking at 375°F for 60 to 80 minutes produces a tender grain with a slightly creamy interior and golden top.
The pilaf carries a balance of textures — the softness of cooked barley, crunch of nuts if added, and the mellow savoriness of sautéed aromatics. It works well as a side complementing meats or vegetables. Adding green onions as garnish can brighten the dish with mild freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup pearl barley not quick cooking barley, medium
- ¼ - ½ cup pine nut optional, or almonds
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 ½ cups chicken broth low-sodium
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the barley, nuts (if using), garlic and onions. Saute the mixture, stirring frequently, until the onions are tender and the barley is golden.
- Scrape the mixture into a 3-quart baking dish and stir in the salt, pepper and chicken broth.
- Bake uncovered for 60-80 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the barley is tender. Garnish with green onions, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 273mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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