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Preparation: Slice up your ginger, garlic, and onion.
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Drain your tomatoes.
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Get everything in one spot.
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To start: In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
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While your water is heating, add the biryani spice blend spices to a small bowl.
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Mix thoroughly and set aside.
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When water comes to a boil, add barley, stir around, cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
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Allow to simmer for 10-12 minutes as per the cooking directions on the package.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
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Drain any water that might remain.
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Meanwhile, while barley is cooking, get the olive oil heating in a large skillet.
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Saute your onion for around 3 minutes, until soft, just slightly transparent and fragrant.
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Add garlic and cook for one minute or so, then add chicken broth.
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Stir frequently for another minute.
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Or really, until you feel good about it.
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Stir in your biryani spice blend.
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Add peas, tomatoes, and your ground beef.
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Mix all thoroughly.
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Cover with a lid and cook for five to ten minutes, until mixture is bubbly.
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Uncover and continue to cook, stirring every couple of minutes, until the ground beef is completely cooked.
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When everything is completely cooked, toss barley into the pot with the rest, mix thoroughly, and then serve.
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End result: YUM.
