How to Cook Barley in a Rice Cooker
You can use your rice cooker for other grains besides rice. Barley is a whole grain that will contribute to the four servings of whole grains you should be getting daily.
Things You'll Need
- Rice cooker
- 1 cup pearled barley and
- 2 cups of water
- or
- 1 cup brown barley soaked overnight in
- 2 1/2 cups of water
- Optional: Pinch of salt
Instructions
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If you are using pearled barley, add the 1 cup of pearled barley, 2 cups of cold water and a pinch of salt to your rice cooker.
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If you are using brown barley, soak the cup of brown barley overnight in 2 1/2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. This step can be done inside of the rice cooker.
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For both types, cook through one rice cooking cycle.
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After the cycle is finished, let the barley rest for 15 minutes.
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Fluff the barley with a fork and serve or use in your favorite recipes.
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