Barley groats - pearl barley 1000g - VIVIO

Barley is nothing more than the crushed grain of one of the oldest cereals—barley. It is obtained by cleaning the grains and removing the husks and seeds. The next stage of production involves polishing, crushing, cutting, grinding, and roasting. Barley groats are still underrated on Polish tables. In Tibet, they form the basis of the local diet. In Asian countries, health tea made from bare barley grains is very popular. Glassy grains with a thin shell are used for barley production. Barley groats should be light gray with a greenish or yellow tint. They have a very distinctive taste and aroma. There are several types of barley: pearl barley, rolled pearl barley (kujawy), broken barley, polished pearl barley, and roasted pearl barley. Barley groats are the whole grain without the shell. They are the most valuable type of barley.
Low-barley cereals are a particularly valuable part of our diet, especially due to their high fiber content. Barley groats are one such product. They provide our body with valuable protein. Its content in barley groats is up to 16%. Compared to products made from wheat and corn, barley protein is much more valuable. Barley groats are also a source of carbohydrates and many vitamins (especially B vitamins). Meals prepared with them keep you full longer and provide energy for the whole day.
Scientific studies show that the high fiber content in barley groats (especially beta-glucans) helps maintain normal blood cholesterol levels. Furthermore, barley-based products can also be an important part of the diet of people with diabetes. According to researchers, barley helps reduce the rise in blood sugar, which most often occurs after a meal. Scientists also point out that barley products are particularly valuable in the prevention of lifestyle diseases such as overweight, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and colon cancer.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF THE PRODUCT IN 100 g
Calorific value - 1546 kJ / 365 kcal
Fat - 2.3 g
- including saturated fatty acids - 1.21 g
Carbohydrates - 73.48 g
- including sugar - 0.8 g
Protein - 12.48 g
Salt - 0.03 g

NET WEIGHT: 1000 g

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
To preserve the valuable vitamins and minerals in groats, it should not be cooked in large quantities of water. Maintain the correct proportions so that all the water can be absorbed by the groats during cooking. To begin with, it is worth rinsing the groats in a sieve under running water. Then boil 3 glasses of water for 1 glass of groats. We add a little salt and a teaspoon of oil. Pour the groats into the boiling water and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes until all the water is absorbed. When the groats are ready, turn off the heat and let it stand, covered, for a few minutes.
In Polish cuisine, pearl barley is primarily associated with barley soup. However, it can be used in many other ways. It's an excellent, healthy substitute for potatoes and pasta. It pairs well with meat dishes and mushroom sauces. It can be used to make cabbage rolls, dumpling fillings, and casseroles. It's a component of kashotto—a stew that's a delicious and easy dinner idea for the whole family.

RECOMMENDED STORAGE CONDITIONS
Store in a cool, dry place.