Freshly Harvested Young Barley Salad
Making a Delicious Young Barley Salad with Homegrown Sprouts
Hello everyone! Today, I’ll be sharing a recipe for a vibrant ‘Young Barley Salad’ made with freshly harvested young barley, one of the easy-to-grow crops at home. This salad offers a delightful balance of slightly bitter and nutty flavors, perfect for whetting your appetite and boosting your health. I’ll guide you through each step in detail, making it easy even for beginner gardeners!
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch of young barley (use freshly harvested, crisp sprouts)
Sweet & Tangy Dressing- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (use regular soy sauce for umami, not soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp Vinegar (use fresh vinegar for a bright, tangy flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to your preference)
- 1 drizzle of Sesame Oil (for a nutty aroma, added at the end)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (use regular soy sauce for umami, not soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp Vinegar (use fresh vinegar for a bright, tangy flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes, adjust to your preference)
- 1 drizzle of Sesame Oil (for a nutty aroma, added at the end)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently rinse the freshly harvested young barley under running water multiple times to remove any soil or debris. Handle the delicate sprouts with care.
Step 2
Once cleaned, cut the young barley into 2-3 segments for easier eating. They can be a bit long otherwise. The stems are tender, so they should cut easily.
Step 3
In a bowl with the prepared young barley, add all the dressing ingredients: soy sauce, vinegar, and gochugaru. Gently toss everything together with a spatula or your hands until the seasoning is evenly distributed. Avoid vigorous mixing, which can make the barley taste grassy.
Step 4
Finally, drizzle in the sesame oil for a nutty fragrance. Give it another light toss to combine everything harmoniously.
Step 5
Your fresh young barley salad is ready! It’s a great side dish for rice and also works wonderfully as a fresh wrap ingredient. Enjoy the vibrant and healthy taste of young barley!
