Rinse the pearled barley thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear.
2
Soak the rinsed pearled barley in 300g of the water for at least 30 minutes. Drain the barley, discarding the soaking water.
3
In a medium pot, combine the soaked pearled barley with the remaining 700g of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the pearled barley is tender.
