Barley Shiitake And Spinach Pilaf


I found this in a very old vegetarian times magazine. I really like barley, but most barley recipes are for soup. I think this is a nice departure.

Steps


Add the barley and water to a medium saucepan.
Cover and simmer over low heat for approximately 1 hour.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
Add both types of oil and saute the onions , stirring occasionally , until brown.
Add garlic and mushrooms.
Saute for approximately 3 minutes.
Add spinach , cooked barley , and sesame seeds.
Saute for 5 minutes , or until barley is heated through.
Season with tamari and cayenne.

Ingredients


pearl barley, water, vegetable oil, dark sesame oil, onion, garlic cloves, shiitake mushrooms, button mushrooms, spinach leaves, sesame seeds, tamari soy sauce, cayenne