Spicy World Barley Flour - 4 lb (64oz) Bag | All-Natural, Raw, USA Grown | Versatile Barley Grain for Baking, Cooking, and More | Rich Source of Fiber

Alright, kitchen wizards and baking enthusiasts, let’s dive into the world of Spicy World Barley Flour! This isn’t just any flour—it’s a game-changer for your culinary creations and a whole-grain hero that’ll make your dishes stand out.First off, this 4-pound bag of barley flour is packed with natural goodness. It’s 100% raw and USA-grown, so you know you’re getting a top-notch product that’s as fresh as a morning breeze. Plus, it’s all-natural, so your recipes will stay pure and delicious, without any weird additives or preservatives.Barley flour isn’t just for the bread-makers out there. It’s a versatile ingredient that can be used in everything from hearty bread and wholesome muffins to thick, tasty gravies and rich soups. It’s like having a super ingredient that boosts both flavor and nutrition.One of the best things about barley flour is its nutritional profile. It’s loaded with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which means you’re not just adding flavor, but also a healthy kick to your recipes. It’s a fantastic way to up your fiber game and make your meals a bit more wholesome without sacrificing taste.And let’s talk about texture. This flour has a slightly nutty flavor and a wonderful, fine texture that adds a lovely depth to baked goods. It’s perfect for creating that rustic, homemade quality in your breads and pastries. Your kitchen creations will not only taste amazing but also have that artisanal touch.So, whether you’re an experienced baker looking to try something new or a home cook who wants to add a healthy twist to their meals, Spicy World Barley Flour is your go-to. Embrace the whole grain goodness and let your culinary creativity run wild with this fabulous flour!

Finely ground flour. used 10% in Sourdough bread recipe good results!

It's barley flour, as advertised. Great size bag for the price. Perfect to make cookies for my dog.

I go 50/50 with regular flour to make bread. High fiber lowers net carbs. Always high quality and fresh. Works well as a substitution and doesn’t change bake time. The bread does not rise quite as much but I like the taste better.

I love the flour. It comes in a manageable sized package. My only complaint is that the package is very hard to open the first time. I have had to cut through the zipper feature which necessitates storing the product in a separate plastic bag.

Great quality flour that I combine with bread flour for my sourdough. Have it on subscription so we do not run out.

It's not just that there's no nutritional information on the packaging or the item description. It's that I wrote to SpicyWorld and the response they gave me is very suspicious. I'm left wondering if it's even barley at all.What I wanted to know was whether it was made with pearled or whole-grain barley. I've had bad experiences in the past of people just telling me 'oh, sure, of course it's whole grain!' without actually checking, so I also asked for the nutritional value, because I felt like I could compare the numbers with other products and see if the fiber content was similar.The nutritional info they gave me used a serving size of 3 tablespoons (28g). Most whole-grain barley flour provides about 2.8 g of fiber for that amount of flour. SpicyWorld claims theirs has 5g.It isn't just doubled, because the protein content (3g) is what would be expected for 28g.Also, the ingredient list is 'Barley flour, wheat.'My best guess is that either this is barley flour cut with a LOT of wheat bran - which, honestly, I don't think is possible because it bakes up nice and soft and it rises just fine - or the nutritional information they gave me belongs to some other product entirely. I could be wrong, but...I don't think I am.I'm probably going to put it in the back of the cupboard (because I hate throwing food away) and buy some barley flour from a more reliable source, even if it does cost a bit more.This product has a mild but pleasant flavor. If all you want is a healthy flour with a bit more flavor (but somewhat more crumbly texture) than all purpose flour but not as strong as whole wheat, it might be a fine choice. I made a couple perfectly nice loaves with it, before checking the info. If you want to know for sure what you're getting, avoid avoid avoid.

When in Puglia, in southern Italy, I learned to make pasta with barley flour. Back home it was impossible to find. Ordered it here. Works perfectly.The pasta of southern Italy is different because it uses no eggs. For however much you need, measure out two thirds semolina flour, one third barley flour, in a pile on the counter. Mix the two flours for a minute. Make a crater in the middle, add water, and start the time-tested mixing with your finger. The art is getting the water right, which just takes practice. Then knead, shape your pieces, and you have pasta. This barley version cooks like any pasta.Enjoy. I hope this is helpful.