If you’re tired of quinoa, let us introduce you to farro.
It’s delicious and hearty, but it’s a little bit different from other grains.
What Is Farro?
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Farro is a general name that can apply to three types of wheat: emmer, einkorn and spelt.
They’re all slightly different grains, but they all fall under the farro umbrella.
If you’re looking to try farro, it’s good to know which pop in you’re getting.
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Emmer
You’ll probably encounter “Italian farro” the most.
It comes in packages or can be bought in bulk.
It cooks fairly quickly and can be ready to serve in about 20 minutes.
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It’s a delightfully large grain with a chewy texture that works well in soups and salads.
Cooked, the grain is about the size of a small bean.
It makes a salad filling and substantial and is a great addition to soups.
The grains can be soaked before being boiled to speed up the cooking time.
It’s delicious, nutty and is comparable in flavor and texture to brown rice.
Cooked, the grain is smaller and darker than the other two.
Spelt is also good in salads, soups and grain bowls.
Pearled Farro Nutrition Facts
In 1/4 cup of dry farro, you get:
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