Barley with Green Peas
Ayurvedic recipe Barley with Green Peas
PREPARATION TIME : 15 min
COOKING TIME : 50min
SERVES : 2
INGREDIENTS :
- 3/4 cup pearl barley
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 1 1/4 cups pure water
- Rock salt to taste(optional)
- 1/2 tsp whole cumin seed
- 1/2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp finely chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp ghee
METHOD
- Bring the water to a boil in a pot.
- Add barley, cover, reduce heat and cook at a gentle simmer for about 35-40 minutes until grain is tender.
- Heat ghee in a pan until it is clear.
- Add the whole cumin and stir briefly to release aroma.
- Add peas and ginger and cook covered for 3-4 minutes.
- Fold the peas and salt into the barley and stir to mix well.
- Garnish with the fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy hot.
