Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf
Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf balances warm aromatics with buttery richness, letting turmeric, curry powder, and allspice gently perfume chewy pearl barley. Toasted almonds add crunch while raisins bring a subtle sweetness that rounds each bite. Serve it as a comforting side with roasted meats or as a satisfying vegetarian-leaning main on busy weeknights.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and barley, and cook, stirring often, until the onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the allspice, turmeric, curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
- 3
Cover the skillet with a lid and lower the heat to low; simmer until the barley is tender, about 30 to 40 minutes.
- 4
Fluff the pilaf with a fork, then gently stir in the almonds and raisins.
- Calories 320.56 kcal Moderate
- Protein 9.86 g Moderate
- Carbs 42.31 g Moderate
- Total Fat 13.15 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.09 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 32.06 mg Moderate
- Sodium 521.28 mg High
- Fiber 8.46 g Good Source
- Sugar 4.53 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.02 g Low Source
- Calcium 45.36 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.88 mg Moderate
- Potassium 285.56 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 15.79 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.9 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Indian Spiced Barley Pilaf is an Indian side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Barley, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 320.56 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf?
- It is an Indian pilaf recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf made of?
- The main ingredients are Barley, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Broth, Curry Powder. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf?
- About 55 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 320.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Indian-Spiced Barley Pilaf easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 4 steps.
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