Barley and vegetable stir-fry

Ingredients

200g barley
150g frozen vegetables
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 bunch spring onions, finely chopped
1 stick celery, diced
1 onion, diced
750ml water
2 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

Saucepan
Wok
Small bowl
Chopping board
Sharp knife
Fork

Steps

1. Put the water in the saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add the barley. Cook for 15 minutes.
2. As the barley cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the wok. Pour in the eggs and scramble lightly for 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and put to one side.
3. Heat the remaining oil in the wok. Add the garlic and onion. Fry for 5 minutes until the onion softens.
4. Add the frozen vegetables and celery. Fry for 5 minutes.
5. Drain the cooked barley and add to the wok with the eggs, spring onion and turmeric. Fry for 2 minutes.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

Nutrition Advice

• This recipe is packed with fibre from the grains and vegetables. A high-fibre diet can help improve digestive health, lower cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, and keep your weight in check.