1-Pot Barley Porridge
Made with pearl barley, cashews, shredded coconut,and raisins, and spiced with cardamom and ginger, this 1-pot Barley Porridge is both heartyand comforting.
Servings 4
Calories 263 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup cashew milk (or sub your favourite plant-milk, or dairy if you are not vegan/dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup canned coconut milk (not the milk substitute kind, the thicker coconut milk that's typically found in a can)
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
For serving
- milk of choice
- sweetener of choice
- shredded toasted coconut (Place coconut on baking sheet and toast under broiler for a few minutes until golden brown.)
- fresh fruit, such as blueberries, peaches, mango, plums
Instructions
- Combine the barley and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Turn heat down to medium low and simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes, until most of the water is absorbed.
- Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for another 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the barley is soft and chewy and the porridge is creamy.
- Serve topped with your choice of milk and sweetener, toasted coconut, and seasonal fruit, such as blueberries, peaches, mango, or plums.
Notes
Make Ahead
You can make this porridge ahead and reheat it with some additional milk.Storage
The porridge will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days in a well-sealed container.Using Pot Barley
Pearl barley and pot barley are similar tasting. Pot barely can be prepared the same way, but it may take 15 or more minutes longer to cook.Nutritional Information
Nutritional information is an estimate only and does not include optional toppings.Nutrition
Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg