How To Make
Pressure Cooker Barley

If you own a pressure cooker, then you can use it to make perfect pressure cooker barley in minutes! Although this grain is delicious in its own, it's fun to mix in with other grains (such as brown rice) to add a nice chewy surprise.

Place 1 cup barley, 3 cups water and 1 Tablespoon oil in the cooker. (The oil helps to control foaming.)

Lock the lid in place and over high heat bring to high pressure. When high pressure is reached, lower the heat just enough to maintain high pressure. Cook for 20-45 minutes, depending on whether you have pre-soaked your barley -- this is where pre-soaking can really save you time. Turn off heat and allow pressure to come down naturally for 10 minutes.

Remove the lid. If your barley isn't done to your liking, replace the lid and allow it to steam in the residual heat for another few minutes (and be sure to make a note so you cook it longer next time).

Your barley is ready to be decorated with some of your favorite ingredients from Barley's "Vegan Flavor Matches".

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