Name: Barley and Salt Pork Porridge (Standard)
Prep time: 24 min
Cook time: 36 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 cup Pearl Barley; 4 ounces Salt Pork-diced; 6 cups Water; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black Pepper-ground; 1 Bay Leaf

Recipe tier

A hearty and simple porridge made with barley and salt pork, a traditional comfort food.

Total 1h

Serves 4

Steps 4

Ingredients 6

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Barley
1 cup 185 g Pearl Barley
Salt Pork
4 ounces 113 g Salt Pork-diced
Liquid
6 cups 1.4 L Water
Seasoning
1 tsp 5 mL Salt
tsp 2.5 mL Black Pepper-ground
Optional
1 1 Bay Leaf

Equipment

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Instructions

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Rinse the Barley under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, combine the Barley, Salt Pork, Water, Salt, Pepper, and Bay Leaf (if using).
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the Bay Leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste.