Pearl Barley

Our new batch of organic pearl barley is from a superb crop grown by Mark and Liz Lea at Green Acres Farm in Shropshire. Well suited to our climate, pearl barley sustained us long before we ate wheat. It's a nutritious and malty cereal. Unlike most barley, the husks fall off the naked pearl barley grain when harvested and threshed. We are left with the tasty and nutritious wholegrain ready to use. Pearling removes some of the inner hull so the grain cooks more rapidily. Place the barley in a pan, cover with plenty of cold water, bring to the boil and cook for 20 to 30 minutes or until tender. Drain and serve or add to soups or stews.