How to Cook Perfect Barley

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock provides flavor without added cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

White vinegar is a cost-effective acidity alternative.

Rinse the barley to remove debris and grit.

Salt the water in a pot.

Add the rinsed barley to the salted water.

Cook the barley like pasta, bringing it to a boil.

Cook for about 25 to 30 minutes instead of the typical 40 minutes.

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