BARLEY PILAF WITH PEARL ONIONS

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This nutty pilaf is a variation on a recipe from columnist Susan Spungen's grandmother Essie, and is perfect for soaking up the rich juices from Juki's Short Ribs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 ounces white pearl onions (about 2 cups)
1 tablespoon chicken fat, margarine, or unsalted butter
2 cups pearl barley
1 quart homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, plus more if needed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add onions, and blanch until skins loosen, about one minute. Drain onions in a colander, and rinse with cold water. Peel onions, and set aside.
  • Heat the fat in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until hot but not smoking. Add barley; cook, stirring frequently, until the barley is browned and fragrant, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Add stock and reserved onions. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and cook barley until tender but chewy and all liquid has been absorbed, about 40 minutes; if all the liquid is absorbed and the barley is still not done, add a few tablespoons stock or water, and continue cooking. Serve hot.

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