How to Cook Farro (Perfect Everytime!)
Here's How to Cook Farro perfectly every time! This superfood grain is high in protein and fiber with a delicious nutty flavor and chewy texture, great for salads, soups and more
Servings: 4
Calories: 163kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked farro
- Water
- Good pinch of salt
Optional Additions
- Simmer with a bay leaf or teaspoon of cumin seeds
- Drizzle of olive oil and chopped fresh herbs
Instructions
- Add the farro to a fine-mesh strainer or colander and rinse well under cold water
- Boil water in a medium pot with a good pinch of salt. Once the water is boiling, add the washed farro and give it a quick stir and simmer slowly over low-medium heat*Cooking duration will depend on the type of farro so ensure to confirm on on the package. Whole farro will need 30-40 minutes, semi-pearled farro will need ~25 minutes and pearled farro will need ~15 minutes
- From time to time, stir the farro while simmering and make sure there is sufficient liquid. Give it a taste to confirm when its cooked. It should be slightly al dente with a soft chewy bite and the farro will become quite plump
- Once cooked to your liking, drain the farro through a colander
- Pour the cooked farro onto a baking sheet or flat platter to cool it down and spread it out with the back of a spoon. This will stop it from sticking to each other and becoming mushy
- Once ready to eat, add the cooked farro to a salad or as a side dish as is, or add a drizzle of olive oil and chopped herbs and enjoy!
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Notes
- Farro - always rinse before cooking, just like rice, to remove dust or debris since it's a dried whole grain
- Cooking time - check the package to confirm the type of farro. If unsure, start with the shortest time and taste for doneness
- Cooling - don’t skip spreading the cooked farro on a baking sheet, as this stops the cooking process and prevents clumping or mushiness
Nutrition
Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 0.003mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.2g | Calcium: 0.01mg