Pearl barley facts for kids
Pearl barley is a type of barley grain that has been specially prepared for cooking. To make pearl barley, the tough outer layer, called the hull, is removed. Then, the grain is polished to take off some or all of the bran layer. This process makes pearl barley easier and quicker to cook.
It is the most common kind of barley that people eat. This is because it cooks faster and is not as chewy as other barley forms. These other forms include "hulled barley" or "barley groats". You might also hear these called "pot barley" or "Scotch barley." When pearl barley is ground into a fine powder, it becomes barley flour.
What is Pearl Barley Like?
Pearl barley is similar to wheat in many ways. It has a similar amount of calories, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Some types of pearl barley even have more lysine, which is an important nutrient.
How is Pearl Barley Used?
People mainly use pearl barley in soups and stews. It is a key ingredient in the Italian dish called orzotto. It is also one of the main ingredients in the Jewish dish cholent. Another popular use is in the Polish soup known as krupnik.
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