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Good Morning Strawberry Barley Porridge

Good Morning Strawberry Barley Porridge Recipe

Perfect Breakfast Meal
Start your morning off right with Good Morning Strawberry Barley Porridge Recipe.
Good Morning Strawberry Barley Porridge

Good Morning Strawberry Barley Porridge

Strawberry Barley Porridge
African Recipes by Chic African Culture

Strawberry Barley Porridge is a delicious substitute to oatmeal in the morning and a fantastic way to add whole grains to your diet. 

Prep time: Cook time: Total time:

Ingredients
1/2 cup whole barley
4 1/2 cups water, divided
Strawberry jam and milk to taste 

Directions
Soak the barley in 3/4 cup water for 1 hour. At the end of the hour, add the remaining 3 1/2 cups of water to a saucepan cover pot and bring to a boil. Add the soaked barley as well as the soaking liquid to the boiling water and cook on medium heat for 30 minutes or until the barley is soft. Remove the pot from the heat and sweeten with your choice of jam and milk to taste, stirring until fully incorporated.



Did you know?
Nearly half of the world barley crop is used as food for livestock and the other half is used for human food and beer making. South Africa is the largest producer of beer made with barely in Africa and the largest barely grower.

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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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