Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Barley, Kabocha Squash and Crispy Kale


  • Author: Lisa @ My Studio Kitchen
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty vegetarian bowl.


Ingredients

Scale

Barley

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large shallot
  • 1 cup barley
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Kabocha

  • 1 medium kabocha squash, cut into 1-inch wedges
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Lacinito Kale

  • 1 large bunch kale, ribs removed and torn into 2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 large garlic cloves, cut into thin slices
  • 1 chili di arbol, crushed or 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional

Pumpkin Seeds

  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • A big pinch of: ground cinnamon, paprika, cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Barley

  1. Heat a deep pan with olive oil. When hot, add shallot and sauté for 3-4 minutes on medium heat.
  2. Add barley and toss in the oil, add 1 teaspoon salt then add 3 cups water and bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for approximately 1 hour.

Kabocha

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. With a sharp knife, cut the squash down the middle (top to bottom).
  3. Scoop out all the strings and seeds, then cut into 1-inch thick wedges.
  4. Place on large baking sheet lined with foil then brush with olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook for approximately 30 minutes or until the flesh is soft when pierced with a knife.

Kale

  1. Wash then remove ribs and tear the kale into – inch pieces.
  2. Heat a large pot with water and 2 teaspoons salt. When boiling, add kale and cook for 3 minutes, then drain.
  3. Heat a large skillet with 1/4 cup olive oil, add garlic and red peppers and sauté for 3 minutes until starting to color. Add kale and stir to cover with the oil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for approximately 30 minutes until the kale is dark green and crispy.

Pumpkin Seeds

  1. Toast cumin in a small pan over medium heat until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Crush them with a mortar and pestle. Or you can used ground cumin.
  2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add pumpkin seeds, sugar, spices and a good pinch of salt. Continue cooking for a couple more minutes until the seeds start to snap and caramelize.
  3. Remove from heat, wait 30 seconds then add honey. Place on a plate to cool.

Plating

  1. Place barley, kabocha and kale into a shallow (pasta) bowl, top with a sprinkling of feta and candied pumpkin seeds.

Notes

This bowl can be simplified and made into a 30-45 minute meal in the following ways:
– make quick grains
– prepare the pumpkin seeds the day before

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop and oven
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Keywords: Lacinito kale, dino kale, kobocha squash, grain bowls, pepitas, barley

Scroll to Top
SEASONAL FARMERS MARKET RECIPES


Introducing a collaboration between
Culver City Farmers Market
and My Studio Kitchen.
In my weekly visits to the market,
I’ll be checking out the fresh produce
from the farmers as well as the fish,
bread and cheese vendors to see
what’s new and what’s in season.
Then I’ll share my quick and easy
recipes with you. I’m hoping you will
find inspiration to try new recipes
and experiment with
new ingredients as well.

VIEW ALL SEASONAL RECIPES ➞


 

 

 

 

LET'S COOK!

sauce and dressing recipes to kick up your cooking game

Get the recipes for my favorite sauces and dressings to boost your everyday cooking and use on everything!