Barley Risotto With Asparagus and Shiitakes
photo by januarybride
- Ready In:
- 35mins
- Ingredients:
- 11
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 12 ounces asparagus
- 2 1⁄2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 bunch scallion, chopped (white and light green parts)
- 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps thinly sliced
- 1 cup quick-cooking barley
- 1⁄2 cup dry white wine
- 1⁄2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (dill will work too)
- 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt & freshly ground black pepper
directions
- Snap off ends of asparagus stalks. Peel asparagus stalks with a vegetable peeler; cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths. Steam until just tender, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
- Bring broth to a simmer in a saucepan or in the microwave; keep warm. Heat oil in a heavy, wide pan over medium heat. Add scallions and shiitakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add barley and stir for 1 minute. Add wine and stir until evaporated, about 1 minute.
- Add about 1/2 cup of the hot broth and cook, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Continue cooking, adding enough broth, 1/2 cup at a time, and stirring frequently, until the barley is just tender and the mixture has a slightly saucy consistency, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese, herbs, garlic powder and the reserved asparagus. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
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Reviews
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The reason for a 4 star review is because I didn't follow the recipe to a T, however the texture of creamy barley is delicious. I didn't use asparagus and shiitake, instead I used frozen peas and white mushrooms but it is really the barley that sets off the taste. I don't think I will be using arborio rice again.
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
januarybride
Saint Louis, Missouri