Hulled Barley, Organic

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A versatile cereal grain, SHILOH FARMS Organic Hulled Barley has a rich, nutty flavor and appealing, chewy texture. Naturally composed of about 5 parts, hulled barley has the 2 inedible outer hulls removed.

Naturally high in protein, fiber, and a variety of essential minerals (including manganese, selenium, copper, and phosphorus), barley has the lowest glycemic index of any grain (about 1/3 that of wheat), making it a great choice for diabetics. It also has a different gluten structure than wheat, meaning that some with celiac disease and wheat allergies are able to safely consume barley.

A rugged, sturdy grain, barley can be found throughout the northern hemisphere, from Asia to the Americas. 

To Cook: Sort* and rinse. Add 1 part barley to 3 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, approximately 1-2 hours.

Because it is a true whole grain, hulled barley requires a fairly long cooking time; however, you can reduce this by pre-soaking the grain for 8-10 hours, or overnight. Pre-soaking will reduce the cooking time by half.

Suggestions:
1. Hulled barley can be used in place of rice or any other grain.
2. Barley can also be steamed: Add 1 part barley and 1 part water to a steamer and cook for an hour.
3. The grain can be ground or cracked and added to baked goods like crackers, breads, and cookies.
4. Barley's low gluten content means that it is best combined with other flours when making breads to achieve proper texture.
5. Add cooked barley to soups, stews, casseroles, and salads.

46 grams of whole grain per serving.

Certified Organic by Pennsylvania Certified Organic (www.paorganic.org)

Certified Kosher by KOF-K Kosher Supervision (www.www.kof-k.org)

This product was packaged in a facility that also handles wheat, sesame, soy, and tree nuts.

*This product may contain agricultural debris; sort before cooking.

Country of Origin: USA

Ingredients: Organic Whole Grain Hulled Barley (outer hull removed)