Slice the chorizo and put in a large pan over a medium heat. Cook until golden and crisp.
Chop the onion and garlic and add to the pan. Sizzle for 30 seconds, then add the pearl barley. Stir to coat it in the chorizo oil, then tip in the chopped tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring to the boil, then turn down to a simmer for 25 minutes, until the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Throw in the peas, heat for another 2-3 minutes until the peas have cooked through, then season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the chopped parsley and the chorizo. To serve, top each bowl with a little crumbled feta.
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Nutrition Facts
Chorizo and Pea Pearl Barley Risotto Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
648
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
45
mg
15
%
Sodium
550
mg
24
%
Potassium
924
mg
26
%
Carbohydrates
93
g
31
%
Fiber
19
g
79
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
29
g
58
%
Vitamin A
1255
IU
25
%
Vitamin C
44
mg
53
%
Calcium
107
mg
11
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
To use risotto rice instead of pearl barley, switch for 350g risotto rice. Add when I added the pearl barley, and stir regularly for the cooking time.