Organic Pearled Barley 500g
Organic Pearled Barley 500g
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Pearled barley is the most processed form of barley grain — with the tough outer husk and most of the bran layer removed — producing a white, round pearl that cooks relatively quickly to a creamy, slightly chewy texture. These certified organic pearled barley from Just Natural Organic are the classic soup grain, the essential ingredient in Scotch broth, and a wonderfully comforting everyday carbohydrate.
Despite the pearling process, pearled barley retains significant beta-glucan soluble fibre (barley is the second richest food source after oats), providing meaningful cholesterol-lowering and blood glucose moderating effects. Also provides selenium, manganese, phosphorus, and B vitamins.
Certified organic by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.
Add to soups and stews — it swells significantly, thickening the broth. Cook as a side dish (1:3 ratio, 25–30 minutes). Use in mushroom and barley risotto. Add to salads. Use in stuffed peppers. Make traditional Scotch broth.
Recipe idea — Classic Scotch Broth: Bring 1.5 litres stock to a boil. Add 150g pearled barley, 2 diced carrots, 2 diced turnips or swede, 1 sliced leek, and 300g lamb neck (optional for vegetarian version use extra vegetable stock). Simmer for 45–60 minutes until the barley is tender and the soup has thickened to a satisfying, creamy consistency. Season and finish with fresh parsley. The barley is what makes Scotch broth distinctive.
| Nutritional Values per 100g (dry) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1477 kJ / 352 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2g |
| Of Which Saturates | 0.3g |
| Carbohydrates | 77g |
| Of Which Sugars | 0.8g |
| Fibre | 10g |
| Protein | 9.9g |
| Salt | 0g |
Ingredients: Organic Pearled Barley.
FAQs
What is the difference between pearled barley and pot barley?
Pearled barley has had both the husk and most of the bran removed — quicker to cook, lighter in colour, milder in flavour, lower in fibre than pot barley. Pot barley retains more bran, is nuttier, and has more nutrition but takes longer to cook. For soups and everyday use, pearled barley is the most convenient choice.
Does barley contain gluten?
Yes — barley contains gluten (specifically hordein). Not suitable for those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.
Does pearled barley still have beta-glucan?
Yes — while pearling removes some bran, pearled barley retains significant beta-glucan throughout the grain, not just in the outer layers. It remains one of the better dietary sources of this cholesterol-lowering soluble fibre.
