Amount
Ingredient
Preparation



1
cup
pearl barley





1/2
cup
lentils, green

(urad dal), or red



6
cups
water





2
medium
onions

diced



2
teaspoons
olive oil





1
teaspoon
mint leaves

dried



1
teaspoon
turmeric





1/2
teaspoon
black pepper

ground

 Put everything into a pot and then bring to a gentle boil.
  
Simmer for 1 1/4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  
Serve with feta cheese and salad.
  
Variations: Fry the onions, in the oil, before putting them in the pot. Add
1 cup of cooked chick peas or red kidney beans, a few minutes before
serving.