Organic Barley Grain Hulled 500g
Organic Barley Grain Hulled 500g
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Hulled barley grain is the most whole, minimally processed form of barley — with only the tough, inedible outer husk removed, leaving the full bran layer and germ intact. These certified organic hulled barley from Just Natural Organic are the most nutritious barley format, containing more beta-glucan, fibre, and minerals than pearled barley, with a deep, nutty flavour and satisfying chewy texture.
Barley is the second richest grain source of beta-glucan after oats, providing meaningful cardiovascular and blood glucose benefits. Also provides selenium, manganese, phosphorus, copper, and significant dietary fibre.
Certified organic by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.
Soak overnight and cook 40–50 minutes in a 1:3 ratio. Use in hearty stews, grain bowls, and pilafs. Excellent in mushroom stew, lamb and barley, and Mediterranean grain salads. Can be used as a risotto-style dish (barley risotto/orzotto).
Recipe idea — Mushroom Orzotto (Barley Risotto): Soak 200g hulled barley overnight. Fry 1 shallot and 2 cloves garlic in butter. Add the drained barley and stir 2 minutes. Add 200ml white wine and stir until absorbed. Add 800ml hot mushroom stock, a ladle at a time, stirring regularly for 40 minutes until creamy. Stir in 200g sautéed porcini and chestnut mushrooms, a large knob of butter, and grated Parmesan. The barley produces a creamier, nuttier orzotto than rice does risotto.
| Nutritional Values per 100g (dry) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1485 kJ / 354 kcal |
| Fat | 2.3g |
| Of Which Saturates | 0.5g |
| Carbohydrates | 73g |
| Of Which Sugars | 0.8g |
| Fibre | 17g |
| Protein | 9.9g |
| Salt | 0g |
⚠️ Price note: PriceTape price £2.19 used (vs £2.09 source file).
Ingredients: Organic Hulled Barley Grain.
FAQs
What is the difference between hulled barley and pearled barley?
Hulled barley has only the outer husk removed — the bran and germ are intact, making it higher in fibre, beta-glucan, and minerals. Pearled barley has been further processed to remove the bran, cooking faster but with reduced nutritional value. Hulled barley is nutritionally superior but takes longer to cook.
Does barley contain gluten?
Yes — barley contains hordein (a gluten protein). Not suitable for coeliacs or gluten intolerance.
