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Barley Stir Fry Recipe

A delightful and satisfying barley stir-fry recipe! This hearty dish combines tender barley with vibrant vegetables and a savory teriyaki glaze. Perfect served alongside grilled chicken breast and breadsticks for a complete and flavorful meal. Get ready for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor and nutrition!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 157.9 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley Stir Fry

  • 1 cup Pearl Barley
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion, chopped
  • 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 8 ounces Fresh Shiitake Mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup Snow Peas
  • 2 Scallions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice
  • 0 (not used in recipe, Teriyaki Sauce is used instead)
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons Teriyaki Sauce

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How to Make Barley Stir Fry

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a deep saucepan.
  2. Add 1 cup of barley to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the barley is almost tender. Set aside.
  4. While the barley simmers, prepare the vegetables.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium non-stick skillet over high heat.
  6. Add 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped, and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  7. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and stir-fry until they release their moisture, about 1 minute.
  8. Add 1 cup of snow peas, 2 scallions (chopped), and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Stir-fry for 15 seconds.
  9. Add the cooked barley, 1/4 cup of orange juice, 2 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce, and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Cook until the barley is heated through and the flavors have melded, about 2-3 minutes.
  11. Serve the barley stir-fry immediately alongside grilled chicken breast and breadsticks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

1g

Carbs

10g

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