Stick-To-The-Ribs Barley And Currant Cakes

Serves: 5

Madilyn Boehm

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

41

Spice

45

Sweetness

48

Sourness

47

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.2

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 tbsp

Garlic

2 sprigs

Thyme

1 cup

Barley

1 cup

Currants

Directions:

1

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add 3 tablespoons oil

2

Add garlic, shallot, thyme and barley; cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened

3

Mix well

4

Add chicken stock and bring mixture to a boil

5

Cover and reduce heat to low

6

Cook for 30 minutes until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed

7

Remove sprigs of thyme

8

Fold in currants and parsley

9

Remove barley to a parchment lined sheet tray

10

Allow to cool completely in refrigerator

11

Once cooled, add barley mixture to a bowl

12

Mix in flour and egg

13

Form mixture into 3-inch patties and place on a platter

14

In a large saute pan over medium high heat, add remaining oil

15

Sear cakes for 1 to 2 minutes on each side

16

Remove from pan and serve