Soak ½-1 cup of berries in cold water for at least 20 minutes.
Collect the berries from the top of the water; pour out old water, and change over the water until no residue remains at the bottom of the washing bowl.
Repeat the cold-water rinsing process at least 6-8 times.
This is critical because there is a lot of sand in these berries, and soaking the berries, with repeat rinsing will help to get rid of the sand, which will end up crunching under your teeth!
Only use cold water, and try placing a sieve in the water to make it easier to collect the berries from the top each time you rinse & repeat.
Drain the berries until ready to cook.
Heat 1 Tbsp of grapeseed or avocado oil on medium-high heat in a sauce pan
Once the oil has heated up, add the berries and begin mixing rapidly, so as to not burn.
While stirring the berries, add 1-3 Tbsp of organic honey to taste.
Keep berries on heat no longer than 5-7 min, or until plump & dark red in color.
Barberries are naturally very sour, so if you need a little more sweetness to balance this out, use as much honey as you like to your taste preference.
Make your rice with a side of chicken, or lentils / legumes / beans.
We usually make it with a side of saffron lemon chicken.
Add the cooked berries on top of your rice to your quantity and taste preferences, or if you’re like me, you can add the rice to your berries! 🙂
