Pearl Barley Risotto Recipe

Name: Pearl Barley Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 225 g pearl barley; 2 chicken stock cubes; 50 g butter; 1 pinch saffron; 1 onion; 1 pepper; 110 g chorizo sausage; 110 g bacon; 2 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon paprika; 120 ml white wine; 400 g tomatoes; 110 g peas; 225 g prawns

Servings: persons

225 g pearl barley
2 chicken stock cubes
50 g butter
1 pinch saffron
1 onion
1 pepper
110 g chorizo sausage
110 g bacon
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
120 ml white wine
400 g tomatoes
110 g peas
225 g prawns

1
Put the pearl barley into a saucepan and add enough water to cover generously. Add the stock cubes, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours until tender, topping up the water if necessary.
2
Melt the butter in a large frying pan or wok and gently saute the saffron, onion, and pepper for 5 minutes. Add the chorizo and bacon, and fry on a higher heat for a further 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, most of the thyme leaves, paprika, wine, tomatoes, and peas. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the prawns and simmer for 2 minutes to heat them through.
4
Drain the pearl barley thoroughly and stir it into the other ingredients, making sure it's piping hot. Serve immediately, garnished with a few thyme sprigs.

379

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 225 g pearl barley, 2 chicken stock cubes, 50 g butter, 1 pinch saffron, and more.

Yes, Pearl Barley Risotto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pearl Barley Risotto

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