Barley is a versatile grain cultivated for thousands of years. Primarily used as a cereal grain and is a member of the grass family, it’s flexible and can be used as pearled barley, where the outer husk and bran layers are removed, hulled barley, where only the outer husk is removed, or milled into flour, which is commonly used in baking bread, cakes, and other baked goods.
Barley has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and offers a range of culinary possibilities, providing a rich flavor, texture, and nutritional value to a variety of dishes.
One of the oldest cultivated wheats, barley is much more than just used for making fermented drinks! It’s flexibility makes it a great choice for your pantry while it’s fiber and minerals content can jazz up your next bread, soup, or even salad.
