Spicy Mediterranean Barley "Rice"

A twist on an age old staple. Not only is the barley "rice" tangy and full of flavour, the possibilities of meal combinations for this wholesome grain are endless.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pearl barley
  • 2 cups water/ chicken stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 onions finely chopped
  • 2 medium sized tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 bunch parsley
  • 2 tbsp tomatoe paste
  • 1 tbsp pepper paste - highly recommend for added heat
  • 2 tbsp dried mint
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp sumac
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • 1 tsp of pepper
  • 1/2 lemon chopped into flat wedges
  • 3 tbsp of olive oil

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Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl mix all ingredients excluding chicken stock/water and olive oil. Combine well.

2. Transfer mix into a pot, add chicken stock/water and olive oil.

3. Bring to a boil and let is simmer until it tender.

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