Rice and Barley w/Gingered Adzuki Beans
By
C G
@Celestina9000
10
"The Japanese have long enjoyed rice with barley. Cooking the grains uncovered in a substantial amount of water ensures a perfect texture every time. Hulled or semipearled barley (they're the same) and canned adzuki beans are available at natural foods stores and some supermarkets.: C/O Vegetarian Times.
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Serves:
2-4 (depending on whether served as a main or side dish)
Prep:
15 Min
Cook:
40 Min
Method:
Stove Top
Ingredients
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1/3 cshort grain brown rice
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1/3 chulled barley
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1-2 Tbspginger, freshly grated (to taste)
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1/2 tsptoasted sesame oil
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15 ozcooked adzuki beans (or canned but rinse and drain well)
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2 Tbspmirin
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1 tspumeboshi vinegar
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·soy sauce
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GARNISHES:
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2-4 Tbspgreen onion, sliced
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·watercress, daikon sprouts or cilantro (my addition)
How to Make Rice and Barley w/Gingered Adzuki Beans
- Combine rice, barley and 3 cups water in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, and add 1/4 tsp. salt. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, about 30 minutes, or until water reaches level of grains. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 5 minutes more, or until grains are dry. (Do not disturb steam holes that have formed.) Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat ginger and sesame oil in medium skillet over medium heat until ginger begins to sizzle, about 3 minutes. Add beans, mirin, *umeboshi vinegar and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, about 3 minutes, or until liquid evaporates.
- *Note: if you do not have umeboshi vinegar (plum vinegar) I have read online that you can substitute red wine vinegar mixed with some soy sauce and perhaps a pinch of sugar. Or, if you have a fruity vinegar such as raspberry that will work fine!
- Stir beans into cooked rice and barley. Taste, and add some soy sauce if desired. Serve with garnishes.
About Rice and Barley w/Gingered Adzuki Beans
Course/Dish: Other Main Dishes Rice Sides
Main Ingredient: Beans/Legumes
Regional Style: Japanese
Dietary Needs: Vegetarian Vegan
