Organic Barley Flakes

Thames Organic's Organic Barley Flakes aren't just a culinary addition; they're a nutritious powerhouse that can transform your meals. These premium barley flakes are sourced sustainably from the finest organic barley grains, offering a nutty and wholesome flavor that enhances your favorite recipes. Packed with goodness, barley is a versatile ingredient that's been enjoyed for over 4000 years and holds a revered place in human history as one of the oldest cultivated cereal grains.

Beyond its rich history, barley's unique sweet and refreshing flavor profile makes it a popular choice, especially during hot weather. However, its utility isn't confined to specific seasons; it adds a creamy texture to soups and cream soups, offering a nutritional boost and a delicious twist to your meals.

Rich in fiber, organic barley flakes are a fantastic alternative in breakfast cereals, porridge, or baking, offering a nutrient-dense addition to your daily diet. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or following a specific dietary plan, these flakes provide an energizing snack or a wholesome ingredient to elevate your cooking. Embrace the natural goodness of Thames Organic's Barley Flakes to infuse your dishes with a burst of eco-conscious and nutritional benefits.

Organic barley flakes are made by rolling whole barley grains into flakes, a process that preserves their nutritional value and flavour. This versatile ingredient can be used in a variety of dishes, making it a popular choice for those looking to add some nutritious variety to their meals.

Barley has been enjoyed by humans for over 4000 years, and is the oldest cultivated cereal grain. It is a member of the Poaceae family and is often used to make porridge, bread, and beer. In ancient Greece, barley was a staple food that was valued even more highly than wheat.

Not only is barley a nutritious choice, it also adds a sweet and refreshing flavour to dishes. It is particularly popular in hot weather, but can also be used to add creamy texture to soups and cream soups when cooked.

Barley (Hordeum vulgare), a member of the grass family, is a major cereal grain grown in temperate climates globally. It was one of the first cultivated grains, particularly in Eurasia as early as 10,000 years ago. Globally 70% of barley production is used as animal fodder, while 30% as a source of fermentable material for beer and certain distilled beverages, and as a component of various foods. It is used in soups and stews, and in barley bread of various cultures. Barley grains are commonly made into malt in a traditional and ancient method of preparation. 

In 2017, barley was ranked fourth among grains in quantity produced (149 million tonnes or 330 billion pounds) behind maize, rice and wheat.

Discover Thames Organic's Organic Barley Flakes – a versatile and delightful addition to your kitchen, perfect for a variety of culinary preferences. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or follow a plant-based, specific dietary plan, these premium barley flakes are a must-have. Sourced sustainably from the finest organic barley grains, they offer a nutty and wholesome flavor that enhances your favorite recipes. Use them as a nutritious and fiber-rich alternative in breakfast cereals, porridge, or baking, or enjoy them as a delightful and energizing snack on their own. Embrace the natural goodness of Thames Organic's Barley Flakes and elevate your cooking with this wholesome and eco-conscious choice.