Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 12 ounces small shrimp
  • 2 1/2 cups thawed peas
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • Freshly ground pepper

Instruction

  • Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in barley. Add wine and cook, stirring, until liquid has evaporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup stock and cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Continue adding stock 1/2 cup at a time, waiting until liquid is absorbed before adding more, until barley is tender but still slightly firm, 35-40 minutes.
  • About 3 minutes before barley is done, stir in shrimp and peas. Cook until shrimp are just pink. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and cheese. Taste and season as need with salt and pepper and serve.