Instant Pot Pearl Barley

This makes chewy pearl barley that can be added to soups, salads, or as a side dish.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup of pearl barley, rinsed
• 2.5 cups of water or broth (chicken or vegetable)
• Slice of onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of oil or butter (optional, for flavor)
• Also optional: dry herbs (e.g. thyme, bay leaf) and spices (cumin, turmeric)

DIRECTIONS

1. Rinse the barley thoroughly under cold water. This removes excess starch.
2. In Instant Pot, add oil, and saute the chopped onions
3. Add water/broth, rinsed pearl barley, and optional oil/butter
4. Pressure on Manual (high pressure) for 20 minutes.
5. Natural Pressure Release for at least 10 minutes.
6. Fluff and serve. Most of the liquid should have been absorbed.
7. Leftover can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days