Tag: Undercooked barley

Barley is a nutrient-dense grain, but a common cooking mistake is not getting the texture right, with many people ending up with hard or crunchy results. This guide will help you easily identify and fix undercooked barley, ensuring a perfect, chewy texture every time.

According to the Whole Grains Council, raw grains, unlike some other foods, have not undergone a necessary 'kill step' to eliminate potential pathogens. This raises an important food safety question for home cooks wondering if they can eat pearl barley al dente.