Mushroom Pearl Barley Risotto
[Vegan]

To Make the Caramelized Onions:

1. Add the oil and sliced onion to a small pan and fry very slowly on a low heat for 30-40 minutes, until caramelized.
2. Then add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.

To Make the Risotto:

1. Add the oil to a frying pan on a medium-low heat then add in the chopped onions. Fry for 8-10 minutes, until soft.
2. Next add the garlic and fry for a minute, then add in the wine and the pearl barley. Stir to combine thoroughly.
3. Add 2 ladles of broth at a time, until all the liquid is absorbed.
4. Fry the mushrooms in the oil in a separate pan then add in the salt and pepper. Set aside.
5. When the barley has reached a consistency you like, add in the mushrooms, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper, and stir well.
6. Top with the caramelized onions, toasted almonds. and arugula.