Smoky chickpea & pearl barley risotto

Instructions

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1. 1 Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, add the onion and fry for 5 mins to soften slightly. Add the garlic and paprika, and fry for a further 30 seconds until fragrant. Tip in the tomatoes, stock, chickpeas, pearl barley and chipotle paste.
2. 2 Bring to the boil, cover with a lid and simmer for 35-40 mins until the pearl barley is tender but retains a little bite. Serve with a swirl of crème fraîche and a grinding of black pepper.