BARLEY WITH SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

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Categories     Mushroom     Vegetable     Side     Low Fat     Low Cal     High Fiber     Barley     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
2 cups hot water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced, green and white parts reserved separately
1 carrot, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup barley
3 cups canned unsalted chicken broth
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Steps:

  • Soak mushrooms in 2 cups hot water until tender. Drain mushrooms, reserving water. Trim mushroom stems and discard. Slice mushroom caps. Heat both oils in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add white parts of green onions, carrot and garlic. Sauté until onions are tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and sauté 2 minutes longer. Mix in barley. Add reserved water, 3 cups broth and soy sauce. Simmer until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 45 minutes. Transfer barley to serving dish; garnish with remaining green onion and serve.

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